Coolant light comes on when driving long distance?

MANDY LEE

MEMBER
2012 SEAT IBIZA
1.2L
4 CYL
2WD
MANUAL
84,000 MILES

It goes off again shortly after, yet it doesn't come on when stop starting due to walk. I've found a clicking noise when where a small length of pipe had split once replaced that's stop clicking and hissing. So, wondering if that could be issue as the car runs great otherwise.

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BORIS K

MECHANIC
799 POSTS

Hello,

Have you stopped to check the coolant level once the warning light comes on?
When really hot, such as on a long-distance drive, the cooling system will build up pressure which will physically compress the coolant and lower the actual level.
When cold the coolant level should be on or near the maximum mark.
When really hot the coolant level should not be lower than the minimum mark
See image below

How to check:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-engine-and-battery-pack-antifreeze-levels

Hope this helps.

Cheers, Boris

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