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I don't mean for this to sound overly critical because it is more of a generational thing, but back in the day, if there was a problem like this, EVERYONE would pop the hood, remove the radiator cap, and see if the thing was full. Cars didn't have overflow tanks back then, either. You could buy one and add it on. Now, guys drive their cars, hear weird sounds and think to themselves that this isn't right, but do they do the logical thing and pull over, look under the hood for leaks, to see if the radiator is full or if the overflow is empty?? Hell no. Just keep on driving and thinking that they have a weird sound. Nobody should be allowed to drive a car if they can't pass a 10 question test on how the damned thing works.
1. Steam is coming from under the hood and the temperature gauge reads "HOT". You should:
a. Drive faster to cool off the engine
b. Not be concerned. It is a function of atmospheric humidity, and the gauge may be broken.
c. Make a note to call your dad later and tell him that the car broke and come and fix it.
d. Pull to the side, allow the engine to cool, and check for fluid leaks and lack of coolant.
(The correct answer is a.)
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