Jeep Grand Cherokee L Coolant

Jeep Grand Cherokee L Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is usually a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are generally half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely important. This probably isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the predominant ingredient in the popular term "antifreeze". Keep in mind, you never want to pour antifreeze or water by themselves into your engine system. They need to be mixed to construct the proper coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water added, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added to the engine system. Give the experts at Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM a call at 3178540239 or schedule service online and let one of our mechanics and service consultants handle your coolant flush.

Every vehicle manufacturer, including Jeep has developed its own coolant or requires a particular coolant that is unique to individual years and models. There are various colors of coolants to help distinguish any including green, blue, red, purple yellow, and orange. It is crucial to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Numerous models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

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What happens if my Jeep Grand Cherokee L runs out of coolant?

Your Jeep Grand Cherokee L doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a exact percentage range or your Jeep Grand Cherokee L engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably broken. If you run out of coolant utterly due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

Jeep Grand Cherokee L Coolant Flush

A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three main services.

• Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of sediment, particles, corrosion,and rust
• Flushing the complete system thoroughly
• Replenishing the system with the appropriate coolant and carefully measuring the dilution percentage

How often should you change coolant in a Jeep Grand Cherokee L?

Normally, you should have your Jeep Grand Cherokee L coolant flush concluded every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are certain instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your vehicle into Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, we will check your fluid levels and examine it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted correctly. It's vital to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause dramatic damage. When it comes to your Jeep Grand Cherokee L engine, it's better secure than sorry.

What color coolant does Jeep Grand Cherokee L use?

It's vital to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are normally orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. So evidently, there's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are normally green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, consistently be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the correct coolant for your Jeep Grand Cherokee L, you need to consistently check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your Jeep Grand Cherokee L to Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM or give us a call at 3178540239. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save today.

What kind of coolant does Jeep Grand Cherokee L use?

There are many types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more confounding, the color of the coolant doesn't regularly mean the same thing. It's vital to reference your Jeep Grand Cherokee L owner's manual for the exact type of coolant necessary and the exact intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service concluded. Or you can call one of our Jeep Grand Cherokee L factory certified service mechanics for any information you need. We can likewise schedule you an appointment to make sure the correct coolant is used. Give Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM a call today!

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my Jeep Grand Cherokee L?

Common symptoms that your Jeep Grand Cherokee L needs a coolant flush are:

• Your heater may stop working
• Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine
• Your temperature gauge will read far above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.
• Steam will come from the radiator or hood
• Coolant will normally leak out when the engine is operating. Check the ground when you park.
• Your check engine light may turn on
• Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
• Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant

How much coolant does a Jeep Grand Cherokee L take or need?

Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount necessary you should consistently check your Jeep Grand Cherokee L owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your car to Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To avoid burns, make sure your vehicle engine is cool before checking your coolant level.

How long does Jeep Grand Cherokee L coolant last?

How frequently you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are numerous types of coolants. Up until the mid-1990s there was virtually only a single type of coolant. It was a green formula coolant that contained corrosion inhibitors that only lasted between 24,000 - 36,000 miles or between two to three years. This type of coolant is not recommended for newer vehicles which come equipped with a longer-lasting coolant.

Newer coolants use an Organic Acid Technology (OAT) and last up to twice as long as older coolant. In some cases these long-life coolants can last over 5 years or 100,000 miles.

For specific advice on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your Jeep Grand Cherokee L maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM a call at 3178540239 today and ask one of our OEM-trained mechanics or advisers. You can again book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.