Engine will not crank and coolant temperature light on

2013 FORD FUSION
135,000 MILES • 1.6L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ALICIA HUNT
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The engine coolant over temperature light is on and car will not crank
Aug 5, 2018 at 9:44 AM
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Yes, this is a safety device to help you from damaging the engine. If the engine has cooled down can you check the coolant level. Here is a video to help you:

https://youtu.be/GSE9skKnOgY

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-overheating-or-running-hot

Please run down these guides and report back.

Cheers, Ken
Aug 6, 2018 at 2:58 PM
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