What Makes a Chevrolet Engine Overheat?
Engine overheating can occur under the right conditions in any model of Chevrolet. Because severe engine damage can result, the manufacturer recommends turning the engine off at the first sign of overheating.IdlingLeaving the vehicle running for extended periods of time while it is in park or stopped in traffic could cause it to overheat.High SpeedDriving at high speeds on hot days or spinning the tires on a slick surface at high speeds can lead to overheating.Steep GradesOn a long uphill grade, Chevrolet recommends making frequent stops to allow the engine and transmission to cool.Engine CoolantThe right mixture of 50 percent coolant and 50 percent clean drinking water is critical. New Chevrolet vehicles are equipped with DEX-COOL® Coolant, which Chevy recommend to replace every five years or 150,000 miles.
