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How to Handle Overheating

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Next thing to do

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Check that the cooling fan is operating and 
stop the engine once the 

Engine 

temperature too hot. Do not drive. 
Allow engine to cool.

 message on the 

driver information interface disappears.

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If the cooling fan is not operating, 
immediately stop the engine.

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Once the engine has cooled down, inspect 
the coolant level and check the cooling 
system components for leaks.

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If the coolant level in the reserve tank is 
low, add coolant until it reaches the 

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If there is no coolant in the reserve tank, 
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the 
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open 
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to 
the base of the filler neck, and put the 
cap back on.

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Last thing to do

Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the driver information 
interface.
If the 

Engine temperature too hot. Do not drive. Allow engine to cool.

message does not appear, resume driving. If it appears again, contact a dealer for 
repairs.

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How to Handle Overheating

If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.

Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only. 
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze 
as soon as possible.

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WARNING

Removing the radiator cap while the 
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray 
out, seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and radiator cool 
down before removing the radiator cap.

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