Summers here in Virginia Beach alternate between uncomfortably sticky and downright scorching. The last thing you want is your Toyota car overheating on your commute to work. Fortunately, with proper preventative Toyota service and maintenance, the risk of your car overheating significantly decreases. Hall Toyota Virginia Beach explains the causes and how to prevent it from happening in the first place.
What Are the Causes of Overheating?
Before going into how to prevent overheating, it is important to understand why it occurs in the first place.
- Low Coolant: Your Toyota car’s cooling system relies on coolant, which you may know as antifreeze, to regulate engine temperatures. When the coolant gets low, your engine can overheat.
- Radiator Issues: Your car’s radiator dissipates heat from the coolant. If it malfunctions, overheating is a possibility.
- Faulty Thermostat: The thermostat controls coolant flow. If there’s an issue with it, coolant may not circulate correctly.
Preventative Measures to Keep Your Toyota Car Running Smoothly
Overheating isn’t inevitable. A few steps can protect your car and your wallet.
Regular Maintenance: It is important to keep up with your car’s maintenance schedule at Hall Toyota Virginia Beach for several reasons, one of which is that our technicians perform coolant checks and flushes.
- Check Coolant Levels: You can also inspect your car’s coolant levels on your own. When the engine is cool, open the coolant reservoir; if the coolant is low, you can top it off.
- Monitor the Temperature Gauge: If you notice that your car’s temperature gauge enters the red zone while driving, pull over and turn off the engine.
- Inspect for Leaks: Coolant leaks under your car indicate trouble. If you notice puddles underneath your vehicle, schedule service promptly.
Our Technicians Are Here to Help
This summer, ensure your car’s engine remains cool by scheduling preventative Toyota service at Hall Toyota Virginia Beach. We’ll ensure your vehicle continues running smoothly this summer and beyond!
