Jeep Cherokee Coolant

Jeep Cherokee Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is normally a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are usually 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 probably 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 develop the correct 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 Kahlo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram a call at 4632326531 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 exact coolant that is distinct to individual years and models. There are various colors of coolants to support distinguish each including green, red, yellow, blue, purple and orange. It is critical to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your car. Numerous models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

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How much coolant does a Jeep Cherokee take or need?

Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount necessary you should repeatedly check your Jeep Cherokee owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Kahlo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.

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

What kind of coolant does Jeep Cherokee use?

There are numerous types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more disconcerting, the color of the coolant doesn't consistently mean the same thing. It's essential to reference your Jeep Cherokee owner's manual for the precise type of coolant needed and the precise intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service concluded. Or you can call one of our Jeep Cherokee factory certified service mechanics for any advice you need. We can again schedule you an appointment to make sure the correct coolant is used. Give Kahlo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram a call today!

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

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

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

What color coolant does Jeep Cherokee use?

It's critical to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are ordinarily 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 ordinarily green, nonetheless, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're utilizing. When looking for the appropriate coolant for your Jeep Cherokee, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are utilizing the right coolant is to send your Jeep Cherokee to Kahlo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram or give us a call at 4632326531. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save today.

How long does Jeep Cherokee coolant last?

How frequently 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 relatively 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 precise advice on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your Jeep Cherokee maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Kahlo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram a call at 4632326531 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.

Jeep Cherokee Coolant Flush

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

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

What happens if my Jeep Cherokee runs out of coolant?

Your Jeep Cherokee 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 Cherokee engine parts can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably damaged. If you run out of coolant completely 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.

How often should you change coolant in a Jeep Cherokee?

Normally, you should have your Jeep Cherokee 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 Kahlo 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 essential 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 Cherokee engine, it's better safe than sorry.