Engine Cooling System Overheating: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Dodge Magnum, 2008 Dodge Charger, and 2008 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Establish what driving conditions caused the complaint. Abnormal loads on the cooling system such as the following may be the cause:
- Prolonged idle
- Very high ambient temperature
- Slight tail wind at idle
- Slow traffic
- Traffic jams
- High speed or steep grades
Driving techniques that avoid overheating are:
- Idle with A/C off when temperature gauge is at end of normal range.
- Increasing engine speed for more air flow is recommended.