Car computer read engine hot/ac off

Asked by MoSo Oct 13, 2018 at 11:50 AM about the 2011 Chevrolet Impala LT FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 2011 Chevy impala. I noticed I had the
code come on saying engine hot ac off. I opened
the radiator cap noticed a reddish sludge build up
in it. What are some things I can do to get rid of it. I
bought the car about 5 months ago the problem
just started. What are some do it yourself remedies
I can try??

1 Answer

Copenhagen answered 5 years ago

The red slidge is most likely stop leak radiator sealant if the car is secondhand which can be eliminated by flushing the coolant system and heater core

Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

  • Car computer read engine hot/ac off 1 Answer

    I have a 2011 Chevy impala. I noticed I had the code come on saying engine hot ac off. I opened the radiator cap noticed a reddish sludge build up in it. What are some things I can do to get rid of...

    2011 Chevrolet Impala LT FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • engine hot ac off 2 Answers

    my car barely started after getting off work coming home and going to the grocery store engine hot ac off came up and after finally starting temp gage stayed on c but my fans came on and kept on goi...

    2008 Chevrolet Impala SS FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • ENGINE HOT AC OFF 37 Answers

    My 2009 chevy impala has the code engine hot ac off and went to change out the temperature coolant system ... still nothing ... when the car comes on the fans are at a high speed the temperature o...

    2009 Chevrolet Impala LS FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Why is the engine hot/ac off coming on? 2 Answers

    My 2013 Impala’s engine hot/ac off comes on even after changing sensor

    2013 Chevrolet Impala LS FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • What could be causing engine hot turn ac off message 1 Answer

    Okay so this has been been a problem on and off for about a year now. I’ve had the radiator flushed, thermostat replaced twice, replaced coolant temp sensor, I have also checked spark plugs and ot...

    2010 Chevrolet Impala LT FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

Shortcuts

Search Chevrolet Impala Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Rowefast
    Reputation
    6,130
  • #2
    James Sparrow
    Reputation
    4,630
  • #3
    dandyoun
    Reputation
    4,080
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Chevrolet Malibu
49 Great Deals out of 1,112 listings starting at $2,995
Used Dodge Charger
45 Great Deals out of 826 listings starting at $6,999
Used Honda Accord
44 Great Deals out of 974 listings starting at $2,995
Used Toyota Camry
58 Great Deals out of 991 listings starting at $3,995
Used Chevrolet Camaro
13 Great Deals out of 479 listings starting at $11,999
Used Chevrolet Silverado 1500
187 Great Deals out of 7,231 listings starting at $6,495
Used Chevrolet Tahoe
12 Great Deals out of 785 listings starting at $6,730
Used Ford Mustang
37 Great Deals out of 1,634 listings starting at $5,999
Used Dodge Challenger
30 Great Deals out of 735 listings starting at $11,480
Used Chrysler 300
32 Great Deals out of 511 listings starting at $4,990
Used Jeep Grand Cherokee
106 Great Deals out of 3,807 listings starting at $3,922
Used Buick LaCrosse
25 listings starting at $6,795
Used Chevrolet Corvette
36 Great Deals out of 858 listings starting at $14,900

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.