What should you do when your temp gauge begins to rise and you are in traffic?

If you are in traffic and your temperature gauge begins to rise, shut off power-using systems such as the air conditioning.   Next, turn on the heater and fan to the hottest/highest setting.  The heater unit will act as a small radiator to remove some of the heat from the engine.  Make your way out of traffic as quickly as possible and shut off the vehicle to allow it to cool down.  Make an appointment with us to diagnose the cause of the overheating and get the issue corrected.

Smokey’s Auto Repair can help avoid auto issues with regular maintenance of course, however, when you have that crisis time appear, bookmark our website and put our phone number in your contacts so you have us when you need us!