What to do if your car coolant is low?
If you notice low engine coolant when the temperature gauge on the dashboard starts to rise, stop the car immediately and check for leaks. Check for coolant drippings at the bottom of the car bonnet. A pipe sealant can be used to seal the small leaks in the hosepipes temporarily.
What to do when your coolant warning light comes on?
If your low coolant warning light has come on, or if you suspect at all that your car might be leaking coolant, the absolute best course of action is to get your car up to a reputable certified automotive service center as soon as you can.
Can you drive with your coolant pressure light on?
So, can you drive safely with your Coolant Pressure Light on? The short answer is that it probably won’t get you killed, but it could mean death to your car engine. An overheated engine can cause incredible damage – failed head gaskets, damaged pistons and valve stems, and distortion or cracks in the cylinder heads.
What does the blue coolant light on a car mean?
On some cars (usually Japanese), a blue coolant light illuminates to inform you that the engine coolant is cold and is not yet up to optimal operating temperatures. This simply means that you should avoid high engine loads until the blue coolant light goes out.
How does the low coolant warning light work?
If the level falls below a critical amount of coolant in the radiator or expansion tank (attached to the radiator via a hose or pipe), the sensor sends a signal to the vehicle’s onboard monitoring system which then turns on the low coolant warning light on the instrument panel in order to alert you of the issue.
What should I do if my coolant level is low?
If the recommended coolant/coolant grade is not available and the coolant level is low, top up the reservoir with distilled water and have the system evaluated by an authorized dealership as soon as possible.
What do the coolant levels on my car mean?
It will have levels marked “Min” and “Max,” or “Low” and “Full,” that indicate the actual coolant level when the vehicle’s engine is cold. Your owner’s manual has the correct information for your vehicle.
How does a coolant level sensor work in an expansion tank?
The coolant level sensor can be a float-type device, which activates the warning light when a low coolant level sends it to a low position in the expansion tank. Or it can involve electric sensors with two electrodes that are placed at the bottom of the expansion tank.