Quick answer
Car Engine Overheating: the most common causes are low coolant level from slow leak or insufficient top-up, radiator clogged with scale reducing heat exchange capacity, coolant fan motor failed — fan not running at idle in traffic jams. Metre Per Second (KPHB, Hyderabad) diagnoses the exact fault and repairs it same-day — typical work runs ₹500 – ₹1,500, with free pickup and drop across Hyderabad, OEM-grade parts and a 1-year warranty. Call +91 8555824915.
What causes Car Engine Overheating?
These are the faults we most often find behind this symptom on cars driven in Hyderabad's heat and stop-go traffic:
- Low coolant level from slow leak or insufficient top-up
- Radiator clogged with scale reducing heat exchange capacity
- Coolant fan motor failed — fan not running at idle in traffic jams
- Thermostat stuck closed — coolant not flowing through radiator
- Head gasket blown — combustion gas entering coolant system
Repairs & indicative pricing (INR)
| Repair | Indicative price |
|---|---|
| Coolant level check & top-up | ₹500 – ₹1,500 |
| Radiator flush & refill | ₹3,000 – ₹6,000 |
| Thermostat replacement | ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 |
| Coolant fan motor replacement | ₹3,000 – ₹8,000 |
| Head gasket replacement | ₹15,000 – ₹45,000 |
Final price depends on diagnosis. We share a written estimate before any work — no surprises. Free pickup & drop across Hyderabad, OEM-grade parts and a 1-year warranty.
Frequently asked questions
My car overheats in Hyderabad traffic jams — what should I do immediately?
If your temperature gauge enters the red: 1) Turn OFF the AC immediately. 2) Turn ON the cabin heater to maximum — this draws heat from coolant. 3) Move to a safe spot and stop the engine. 4) Do NOT open the radiator cap while hot — wait 30–40 minutes. 5) Call Metre Per Second — we offer emergency pickup across Hyderabad. Running an overheated engine for even 5 minutes can blow the head gasket (₹15,000–₹45,000 repair).
Car overheats only in Hyderabad stop-go traffic but fine on highway — why?
This is a classic coolant fan failure symptom. On the highway, airflow through the grille keeps the radiator cool. In traffic with no airflow, the electric cooling fan must work — if the fan motor or its relay has failed, there's no airflow and the engine overheats. Coolant fan replacement at Metre Per Second costs ₹3,000–₹8,000 depending on car model.
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Why Hyderabad drivers choose Metre Per Second
- Factory-grade diagnostics — we read the real fault, not just a generic code.
- Free pickup & drop across all of Hyderabad — KPHB, Kukatpally, Miyapur, Hitech City, Gachibowli, Banjara Hills, Secunderabad and more.
- 1-year unconditional warranty on parts and labour.
- Transparent, written estimates — typically 30–50% below authorised dealers.