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Engine temp

Discussion in 'Wrangler JK (2007-2017)' started by 4WHEELING FOR LIFE, Aug 27, 2019.

  1. Aug 27, 2019 at 12:16 PM
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    4WHEELING FOR LIFE

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    I have a 2014 jeep wrangler that continues to have increase coolant temp (240+) pulling hills. It has never over heated, but concerned with aluminium cylinder heads warping. Replaced stock radiator with "Cold-case" performance radiator, new orange coolant, new thermostat and additional external electric radiator. Any ideas on what else I can do to decrease engine temp!
     
  2. Aug 27, 2019 at 12:40 PM
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    lots going on here - you are seeing 240+ECT and the CEL is not on?

    Check with your friendly local jeep dealer to determine if TSB 08-069-13 applies and was performed.

    Let us know will the CEL come on at every start for @3seconds then go out?
     
  3. Aug 27, 2019 at 12:54 PM
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    aggrex

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    Welcome @4WHEELING FOR LIFE ...any obstructions up front like winch, auxiliary lights? Recent "upgrades" done to remedy past 240+ temps? Interested in viewing the ext radiator.
     
  4. Aug 27, 2019 at 1:45 PM
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    4WHEELING FOR LIFE

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    I sorry I meant external electric fan, check engine light is not on, and I have not had any TSB performed. I do have a wench cover and aftermarket grill.
     
  5. Aug 27, 2019 at 2:31 PM
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    Jim Beam

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    I have never heard of a front mounted winch causing an overheat. Along with what has been suggested so far, I would have to add some gauge verification, and checking the thermostat. They do a lot of work and can go bad once in a while.
     

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