my coolant got low and I started smelling rubber burning?

2001 FORD FOCUS
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CHERYL452003
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Engine problem
2001 Ford Focus 4 cyl Wheel Drive Type unknown Automatic 90276 miles
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my coolant got low and i started smelling rubber burning and light came on car is hesitating what could it be
Dec 11, 2007 at 10:17 PM
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JEFFYTUNE
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Hi.

I would suggest that you need to have this car towed to your local repair shop for a proper diagnoses.

Jeff m.
Dec 12, 2007 at 2:19 AM
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It sounds like the engine is overheating, I would not drive it anymore. This guide should help

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-an-overheating-engine


Please go over this guide and get back to us.
Aug 13, 2024 at 12:13 PM
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