https://towwiththeflow.com/tags/engine-cooling/Recent content in Engine Cooling on Tow With The FlowHugoen-usSun, 22 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://towwiththeflow.com/car-overheating-in-traffic-what-to-do/Sun, 22 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://towwiththeflow.com/car-overheating-in-traffic-what-to-do/<blockquote> <p><strong>Quick Answer:</strong> Turn on your heater full blast, pull over safely when possible, turn off the engine, and wait 30 minutes before checking coolant. Never remove the radiator cap when hot. Call for help if coolant is low or the problem persists after cooling down.</p> </blockquote> <h2 id="what-to-do">What To Do</h2> <ol> <li> <p><strong>Turn your heater to maximum heat and fan speed immediately</strong>. This pulls heat away from the engine and into the cabin.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Turn off your air conditioning</strong> if it&rsquo;s running. AC puts extra load on the cooling system.</p>