Jeep Patriot Coolant

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Jeep Patriot Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is ordinarily a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are typically 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 exceptionally essential. This undoubtedly isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the prime 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 car manufacturer, including Jeep has developed its own coolant or requires a specific coolant that is distinct to individual years and models. There are several colors of coolants to assist distinguish each including blue, purple green, red, yellow, and orange. It is vital to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your car. Multiple models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Estes CDJR offers a wide range of coolant flush coupons to support you save today. To shop all of our service specials click here. If you'd like to handle your coolant service yourself, you can still purchase coolant or antifreeze from Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM directly at a wonderful price.

How often should you change coolant in a Jeep Patriot?

Normally, you should have your Jeep Patriot coolant flush finished every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are certain instances where your car can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your car 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 perfectly. 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 Patriot engine, it's better secure than sorry.

What kind of coolant does Jeep Patriot use?

There are multiple types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more baffling, the color of the coolant doesn't consistently mean the same thing. It's important to reference your Jeep Patriot owner's manual for the particular type of coolant required and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service finished. Or you can call one of our Jeep Patriot factory certified service technicians for any advice 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 Patriot?

Common symptoms that your Jeep Patriot needs a coolant flush are:

Coolant will frequently leak out when the engine is operating. Check the ground when you park.
Your check engine light may turn on
Steam will come from the radiator or hood
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
Your temperature gauge will read far above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.
Your heater may stop working
Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine

What color coolant does Jeep Patriot 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, nevertheless, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, regularly be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're utilizing. When looking for the right coolant for your Jeep Patriot, you need to regularly check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are utilizing the right coolant is to send your Jeep Patriot to Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM or give us a call at 3178540239. Schedule service online and use one of our multiple coolant flush coupons to save today.

How long does Jeep Patriot coolant last?

How often you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are many types of coolants. Up until the mid-1990s there was essentially 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 advised 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 details on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your Jeep Patriot 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 technicians or advisers. You can again book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

What happens if my Jeep Patriot runs out of coolant?

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