If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam,try this for a minute or so:1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N)while stopped. If it is safe to do so, pull off the road,shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and let theengine idle.2. Set the climate controls to the highest heat settingand fan speed and open the windows as necessary.If you no longer have the overheat warning, youcan drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about10 minutes. If the warning does not come back on,you can drive normally.If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park yourvehicle right away.If there is still no sign of steam, idle the engine forthree minutes while you are parked. If you still have thewarning, turn off the engine and get everyone out ofthe vehicle until it cools down. Also, see “OverheatedEngine Protection Operating Mode” later in this section.You may decide not to lift the hood but to get servicehelp right away.Overheated Engine ProtectionOperating ModeThis operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven toa safe place in an emergency situation. If an overheatedengine condition exists and the DIC message ENGINEHOT, STOP ENGINE is displayed, an overheatprotection mode which alternates firing groups ofcylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this mode,you will notice a significant loss in power and engineperformance. Driving extended miles (km) in theoverheat protection mode should be avoided.Notice: After driving in the overheated engineprotection operating mode, to avoid engine damage,allow the engine to cool before attempting anyrepair. The engine oil will be severely degraded.Repair the cause of coolant loss, change the oiland reset the oil life system. See Engine Oilon page 6-16.6-29
