If it's an older vehicle - no. But a newer vehicle might just be clever enough to monitor the coolant level and refuse the engine to be run empty.
Engine coolant temp circuit high input. The engine coolant temp sensor make be bad.
The heater will stop getting hot when you're low on coolant. If the coolant is low enough the engine will overheat and it will be severely damaged.
You don't need to mix it!! It mixes itself on engine start up,just make sure you have ratio correct!
Either green coolant or red ECL (extended life coolant), depending on year and make and model of engine.
You use engine coolant, period. There is no manufacturer specific kind. Make sure you mix it 50 percent coolant and 50 percent water. -actually its the green kind-
Drain about 1 gallon of coolant from radiator Follow upper radiator hose to engine housing Remove housing - make note how thermostat is installed Clean both surfaces Install new thermostat and gasket Re-fill coolant slowly to prevent "airlock" Start engine and check for leaks Run engine to normal operating temperature with heater on Check coolant level
Drian about 1 gallon of coolant from the radiator Follow the upper radiator hose to the engine and remove housing Make note how thermostat is installed Clean surfaces Replace thermostat and gasket Re-fill coolant slowly to prevent an "airlock" Start engine and look for leaks Run engine to normal operating temperature with heater on and re-check coolant level
Drain about 1 gallon of coolant from radiator Remove housing at engine end of upper radiator hose Make note how thermostat is installed Clean both surfaces Install new thermostat and gasket Re-fill coolant slowly to prevent an "airlock" Start engine and watch for leaks Run engine to normal operating temperature with heater on Check coolant level
Coolant temp sensor (not the temp sending unit) may be faulty. The year, make, model and engine info would help.
You need to find and fix what broke. The first places to start would be coolant level, engine temperature, and dash heater controls.
Yes, an overflow of antifreeze or engine coolant can cause smoke and a burning smell if it spills onto hot engine components. When coolant leaks onto the engine, it can vaporize and produce smoke. Additionally, the coolant can burn, creating a sweet, acrid odor. It's important to address any coolant overflow promptly to prevent engine damage and ensure safe operation.
Make sure you have engine coolant. If the engine isn't getting enough coolant, it will overheat, stall and possibly destroy the engine. One symptom is that no coolant is circulated into the heater. Also check the crank sensor, but check coolant first...then the crank sensor.