If your dash gauges are telling you the engine is too hot or, worse, there is steam escaping from your hood, the situation is dangerous. Overheating can be caused by a variety of problems, and getting the right answer requires a thorough examination and expert repair by a good mechanic.
Engines have a liquid-cooled system with a thermostat to regulate heat output. Leaking coolant or diluted coolant may leave the engine exposed to high heat levels. A faulty thermostat may cause heat to build up where coolant can't reach it. A mineral deposit or foreign object can have the same effect by reducing the thermostat's accuracy. A broken bearing or faulty impeller may end a water pump's effectiveness.
Overheating doesn't have to signal the end of your car's road life. Give the DCH Kia of Temecula service department a chance to set things right.