An engine is a central component of motor vehicles upon which other essential functions of the car rely. It keeps the car moving with a vast array of sophisticated, technological functions. However, if an engine malfunctions, it can prevent the entire vehicle from operating.
One of the ways that engines alert drivers to trouble is that they run hot. While there are a myriad of reasons this might occur, below are ten of the most common. They include, but are not limited to:
- A defect with the catalytic converter
- A bad water pump / serpentine belt falls off
- A malfunctioning radiator fan
- A bad radiator cap
- A leaking radiator hose
- A insufficient coolant level in tank
- A bad thermostat
- An impaired head gasket
- An air pocket in a cylinder
- An internal engine issue
These are just a few of the possibilities as to why your engine runs hot. Whatever the reason, an engine that blows smoke needs immediate attention.
