If Your Engine Overheats - Honda 1999 Shadow Aero VT1100C3 Owner's Manual

If Your Engine Overheats
Normally, the temperature of the coolant
in the cooling system will rise to a level
about midway between cold and boiling.
Hot weather may cause the temperature to
rise higher than normal. So will temporary
stress such as climbing a hill. If you're
stuck in stop-and-go traffic, the
temperature may climb some, but the
radiator fan is designed to prevent
overheating. Be aware of these variations.
If the coolant temperature
indicator (page
13 ) comes on for no apparent reason,
pull safely to the side of the road. If
possible, park in a shady area.
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
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NOTICE
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Continuing to ride with an overheated
engine can cause serious engine damage.
• A steaming engine indicates a coolant
leak. Shut the engine off and wait until
the steaming stops. Look for a leak, but
don't touch the engine or radiator
system. Let everything cool off first.
• If there's no obvious problem, leave the
engine on so the fan and coolant
circulating system can continue
working. Monitor the temperature
indicator. The indicator may turn off
after a brief stop with no load on the
engine.