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Engine overheats. You turned off A/C but temp keeps rising. Next step?

  • AOpen radiator cap
  • BTurn on the heater✓ Correct
  • CAdd cold water
  • DShift to higher gear

Why this is correct

Turn on the heater to draw hot air from the engine. If temperature rises suddenly or steam appears, pull over immediately.

From the official Minnesota Driver's Manual (page 87)

Turn on heater to cool engine; pull over if steam

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