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does running the heater cool the engine
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Running the heater can indeed help cool an overheating engine. This is because the heater system in most vehicles works by drawing heat away from the engine's coolant. When you turn on the heater, hot coolant is passed through a heat exchanger (heater core) in the dashboard, where a fan blows the excess heat into the passenger compartment. This process removes heat from the coolant before it is recirculated back into the engine, thereby lowering the engine's temperature. It's a temporary fix and not a solution to ongoing cooling system issues, which could stem from problems like low coolant levels, a faulty thermostat, or a malfunctioning water pump. If your engine is overheating, it's advisable to check these components and repair as necessary.
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No, running the heater does not cool the engine. Instead, it actually uses the heat produced by the engine to warm the vehicle's interior. However, running the heater can help reduce a slight amount of heat from the engine, serving as a secondary cooling method when the engine is overheated, but it doesn't directly cool the engine. The primary method of cooling the engine is through the radiator and the coolant flowing within the engine.
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