Could be a bad thermosat. The smoke could be from where you dripped oil onto the engine.
radiator plugged.or coolant low
Yes, if your car is not overheating. P0118 is a 'high coolant' alert. You probably have a bad temperature sensor.
Low coolant or an inoperative radiator fan.Low coolant or an inoperative radiator fan.
the coolant temperature sensor is faulty. It will need to be replaced
Turning on the heater allows the hot water and coolant to enter the heater core.The heater core is really just another radiator designed to extract the heat in the coolant and pass it on into the air surrounding it,in this situation the driving compartment,thus dropping the temperature of the coolant,thus cooling the over heating engine.
Thermostat.
the simple answer is the coolant fluid - make sure it's full where it's marked, after driving it ten miles. the bigger problem is unlikely if it runs alright, so try the first. you might just need to flush and fill the coolant too..
when overheating occurs at highway speeds the cause is usually. a radiator or coolant circulation problem, Check for a restricted or clogged radiator.
Driving with a coolant leak is not safe as it can lead to engine overheating, which may cause severe engine damage or complete failure. If the coolant level drops too low, it can also affect the vehicle's heating system and lead to potential safety hazards on the road. It's advisable to address any coolant leaks promptly and avoid driving the vehicle until the issue is resolved.
Would suggest checking the ignition timing as this can cause overheating if not set correctly
If your car won't restart after driving until it cools down, it may be due to overheating. When the engine temperature rises excessively, it can cause components like the ignition coil or fuel system to fail temporarily. Once the engine cools down, these parts may return to normal function, allowing the car to restart. Additionally, low coolant levels or a malfunctioning thermostat could contribute to the overheating issue.
Normal range is 190-220 F