Will the computer prevent a restart if it thinks the engine has overheated?

Asked by EddieBrown Dec 26, 2016 at 03:33 PM about the 2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer V6

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Suspected water pump leak caused engine to overheat and shut down.
Added cool water but engine wont even think about cranking.  Does the block
need to cool before it will restart.  Car is on I-Highway at this time.

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When you say "crank" I am thinking your engine will not spin when you turn the key. If this is the issue, tow the vehicle somewhere safe and allow it to cool completely. If it will still not spin, you may have burned up the engine.

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