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Jeep Compass Coolant
Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is frequently 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 exceedingly important. 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 create 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 Kahlo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram a call at 4632326531 or schedule service online and let one of our mechanics and service experts handle your coolant flush.
Every car manufacturer, including Jeep has developed its own coolant or requires a exact coolant that is unique to individual years and models. There are different colors of coolants to assist distinguish every including yellow, red, green, purple blue, and orange. It is vital 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.
Kahlo CDJR offers a wide range of coolant flush coupons to help 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 Kahlo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram directly at a wonderful price.
What happens if my Jeep Compass runs out of coolant?
Your Jeep Compass 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 Compass engine parts 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 whole engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.
What color coolant does Jeep Compass use?
It's critical to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are frequently 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 frequently 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 using. When looking for the appropriate coolant for your Jeep Compass, you need to regularly check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your Jeep Compass 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 do I know if I need a coolant flush in my Jeep Compass?
Common symptoms that your Jeep Compass needs a coolant flush are:
- Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
- Your check engine light may turn on
- Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine
- Your heater may stop working
- Your temperature gauge will read far above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.
- Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant
- Coolant will usually leak out when the engine is functioning. Check the ground when you park.
- Steam will come from the radiator or hood
How long does Jeep Compass coolant last?
How usually 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 suggested 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 data on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your Jeep Compass 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 still book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.
How much coolant does a Jeep Compass take or need?
Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount needed you should invariably check your Jeep Compass owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your car 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 Compass use?
There are many types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more confusing, the color of the coolant doesn't regularly mean the same thing. It's vital to reference your Jeep Compass owner's manual for the particular type of coolant needed and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service finished. Or you can call one of our Jeep Compass factory certified service mechanics for any data you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the appropriate coolant is used. Give Kahlo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram a call today!
How often should you change coolant in a Jeep Compass?
Normally, you should have your Jeep Compass coolant flush completed 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 inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted properly. 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 Compass engine, it's better secure than sorry.
Jeep Compass Coolant Flush
A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three primary services.
- Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of particles, corrosion, sediment,and rust
- Replenishing the system with the appropriate coolant and delicately measuring the dilution percentage
- Flushing the complete system thoroughly