December 18, 2018

Engine Overheating Service | Shingle Springs Subaru Service Center

An engine that overheats, whether at idle or as you drive along, is in danger of sustaining serious damage! It's important that you don't operate the engine at an unsafe temperature. This can allow metal parts of your engine to warp and bend, causing thousands of dollars worth of damage in very short order.

If you can, proceed safely to our service center if your car starts running a little hot under the collar. If your temperature warning light illuminates, the safest option is to call one of our service advisors. We'll help arrange for a tow to our service department.

Why your Engine Overheats at Idle & While Driving

There are a number of possible causes for an engine overheating, depending on when and how your engine overheats. For example, if it overheats at idle but not as you drive along, that indicates a possible problem with your radiator fan, or perhaps the radiator itself.

If your car overheats even while driving along, we'll want to check the whole cooling system. You might have a major problem like a broken water pump or a leak in the system, or it could be something small like a bad thermostat or a slipping accessory belt.

Left to operate at too high a temperature for too long, your engine can sustain major damage! Such potential damage includes warped cylinder heads, scraping pistons, bent valves, cracked blocks and blown head gaskets.

Scheduling a Service Appointment at Shingle Springs Subaru

For the fastest, easiest way to set a service appointment, make use of our online scheduler. Just pick a time slot that's convenient for you! Or, if you have questions and want to speak with a service advisor, give us a call at the service number at the top of this page. Of course, you can stop in any time without an appointment if you need help urgently. We're conveniently located at 4045 Wild Chaparral Drive, Shingle Springs, CA 95682.

Why it's Always Worth it to Trust the Certified Subaru Experts

Getting the best possible care and maintenance for your Subaru ensures it will last a long time and serve you faithfully for years to come. Only the factory-trained experts at a certified Subaru service center know your Subaru inside and out. At Shingle Springs Subaru, we stock the high-quality OEM parts your vehicle demands and our team of talented technicians will carry out all repairs to our exacting standards.

Best of all, when you take advantage of our rotating service coupons, our prices are often lower than local competitors! Come see firsthand why we're worth the drive whenever you need maintenance or repair services on your car.