Radiator & Cooling Fan - Engine Mechanical & Cooling Symptoms
Common symptoms and diagnostic guides.
Car overheats when waiting outside store
Car overheats when waiting outside a store due to cooling system shortcomings at idle such as failed radiator fan, thermostat, low coolant or water pump issues.
Car overheats at lights on warm days
Engine overheating when stopped at traffic lights on warm days often indicates cooling system inefficiencies, especially at idle with poor airflow or cooling fan issues. Addressing these promptly can prevent engine damage.