Local families have learned some helpful tricks for beating the heat during the sweltering summer months – but it’s important to keep your car from overheating too! Your vehicle also faces an increased risk of overheating when summer is in full force, making routine auto maintenance more important than ever!
An overheated engine can not only strand you on the side of the road, but do permanent damage to your vehicle. This can result in costly auto repairs or may even require a new vehicle purchase. If you notice your engine temperature gauge rising above normal levels, pull over immediately. Once the car’s engine has cooled, open the hood carefully.
To avoid overheating, check coolant levels regularly and store spare bottles of coolant or distilled water in your vehicle, just in case you need a top off. Coolant removes heat from the engine, circulated by the drive belt and water pump. These three cooling system components play a major role, so proper maintenance is key!
Here at Keith Hawthorne Hyundai of Gastonia, our car care technicians will thoroughly inspect your vehicle to be sure it’s ready for the road ahead. We’ll check tire pressure and alignment, fluid levels, windshield wipers and more – and perform everything from simple oil changes to complex engine repairs. Be sure to schedule a tune-up before a road trip, so you can hit the road with confidence!
Signs Your Car is Overheating
Before your car overheats, you may notice several signs that your engine is not running properly. Remain on the lookout for the following:
- Steam coming from under your vehicle’s hood
- Temperature gauge (located on dashboard) rising to “red” or “H” level
- Coolant leaking
- Ticking noise or other unusual sound
- Strange burning smell or sweet odor
Schedule Your Auto Service at Keith Hawthorne Hyundai of Gastonia Today!
Our Hyundai Service Department in Gastonia is committed to keeping your vehicle running right – no matter the season! From routine maintenance to repairs, our expert service technicians have you covered! Schedule any of the following auto maintenance services:
- Oil change
- Coolant flush
- Air filter replacement
- Tire rotation and replacement
- Brake checks and replacement
- Battery inspection
- And so much more!
Be sure to check for service specials and start saving today! Thanks to our convenient location near Charlotte, getting here is just as easy as saving. We’re proud to serve North Carolina drivers throughout the region, including Huntersville, Hickory and more!
Schedule your service appointment today!
