Jeep JK Overheated.. fixed it. Thermostat issues

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Jeep JK Overheated.. fixed it. Thermostat issues

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@elelectrotech9374 10 ай бұрын

for all of u sitting on the fence .if your jeep overheats turn on your heater (the heater bypasses the thermostat) if that cools your jeep the cheap thermostat is not opening all the way dont install the 25 dollar replacement thermostat.

@jonathanbaugher6051 8 ай бұрын

Gonna try that for sure

@forestwanderer5881 3 ай бұрын

Whats it mean if you're heat no longer works? Started having issues over heating last week, and the heat in the jeep just stopped a few days ago. Does that mean it's not the thermostat?

@redefinedReece 2 ай бұрын

@@forestwanderer5881same issue

@rio6390 2 ай бұрын

@@forestwanderer5881then it may be a coolant temperature sensor problem or potentially a radiator problem.

@nickcaswell3598 Ай бұрын

I’m having the same issue, any clarity on it?

@jimmyjones6816 4 ай бұрын

Hey guys I’ve been dealing with an overheating issue on my 2012 JKU Rubicon. I replaced the thermostat twice with aftermarket units because Mopar units have been on back order for a year, and it would still run too hot climbing a hill or when accelerating. What I found is, the aftermarket units are not only junk but are assembled with the spring upside down! I noticed the old one in this video has the spring upside down also! Another thing with most aftermarket units is the struts the spring retainer is mounted on are too short! This reduces the amount the thermostat can open! I have however found an aftermarket on Amazon that is not junk, has the taller struts like the OEM, and is made with an aluminum housing! It’s sold under the name MILIPARTS. I hope this helps. Jimmy

@scottbourret1190 4 ай бұрын

My 2017 Jeep started overheating last year. Dealership replaced the thermostat. Over the last eight months have been back in multiple times where they have since replaced the radiator, and the thermostat three more times. Going back in yet again for the same problem. Waiting to see how much longer the engine will last before it warps the cylinder heads or worse. Amazed that the dealership can't resolve the issue. Consistently have temps in excess of 250 and as high as the 280's. Dealership seems to think its not a problem. Thankfully they keep covering everything under warranty.

@FallofSociety Жыл бұрын

I changed my thermostat about 4 to 5 months ago but I think its bad again because my radiator hose stayed cold as well...I believe it was a pretty cheap thermostat too.

@projectbumblejeep4190 2 жыл бұрын

So my Bumble Jeep is just staring to run a little hotter than usual and I'm starting to smell antifreeze a little. She's got 218k and I've never had any issues. I'm running an aluminum after market rad (4 core I think). Also hearing a squeal sometimes when cold. I've decided to go over the cooling system and have ordered all my parts from Rock Auto. It turns out they sell a high volume water pump. Coupled with the 4 core radiator and a 185 thermostat, I'm hoping it will run much cooler. Will also be replacing all of the regular wear items (hoses). Might as well go thru the complete system along with a good flush and new coolant. Thanks for sharing and I hope you find the tip on the "high volume" water pump helpful. God bless and stay well.

@JeepSolid 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips. I appreciate it. One thing I would do if I were you, I’d look further into the thermostat you’re gonna use. I assume this is on a jk. The 3.6L engine is designed to run around 200 degrees. I understand the desire to run a cooler thermostat, but that interferes with the efficiency of the engine. Everything in the jk is designed to run warmer than 185. The ecm, o2 sensors, pcm… will all be trying to get your Jeep up to its optimal temp. I’d use a thermostat temp designed for your engine.

@moabwheeling1305 2 жыл бұрын

Great job again Dale . I have one of those funnels and its one of the best things I have bought. It makes life so much easier on filling and burping cooling systems. Take care my friend and catch you on your next video.

@JeepSolid 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yeah, that funnel is handy

@wvjeepguy8178 Жыл бұрын

I just replaced my radiator hoses and thermostat a couple days ago. I did not use any RTV on the gasket.

@kevinriffey9970 5 күн бұрын

The spring on the after market ones are all installed upside down causing issues.

@zeppelincarnival8272 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much just finished replacing that little thermostat she runs like a charm again time for the bush😂😂

@gregj.gotham4402 2 жыл бұрын

What that means is a very thin amount of RTV spread all over the flat surface of the gasket. One very small dab and spread it over the gasket. Thin like 1/32” of RTV.

@hikerJohn 2 жыл бұрын

Can't remember the last time I bought a thermostat, I always boil them in vinegar and they work like new. Kinda dumb taking a torch to it while it's in a plastic housing. :D

@JeepSolid 2 жыл бұрын

Kinda dumb, but kinda fun 😊

@sandcrewus1362 Жыл бұрын

I had the same issue today, the thermostat you pulled out is JUNK. Look at the springs. They are different the new one is going to be way better for you

@JeepSolid Жыл бұрын

Yes. So far it's working much better

@Dah-Dude 8 ай бұрын

Don’t use rtv to seal the thermostat! It seals just fine by itself with the 2 provided screws. I’ve done over 50 of these thermostat and water pumps with no leaks.

@Vanguerrero11 Жыл бұрын

Did you replace the thermostat with a factory one cause I went with a aftermarket one and it keeps over heating I've been seeing alot of people complaining about them I bought a new one today ill see if can swap it out to see if works

@desmondrhea6942 6 ай бұрын

Took my Jeep to a mechanic. They tried to tell me it was my head gasket. I told them to replace the thermostat. They did. Three months later and my jeep is overheating again. Did my research and understand the aftermarket thermostats are crap. Took it back to the mechanic and told them to put a new thermostat in and I'll worry about putting in an OEM one later. Mechanics try telling to get the head gasket checked again and I had to debate them about changing the thermostat. The manager was pretty rude about it. Lo and behold it runs fine now

@jonathanbaugher6051 8 ай бұрын

Well another issue my 2012 jeep wrangler. I drove it 2 hours other day. Then last night we went to pick up our son. I left jeep running and it smoked transmission fluid was leaking not sure where at. Then today drove it for 15 minutes and amd it overheated the pipe to the right was hot the cap wasnt. I put a new radiator in and thermostat a week ago no issues until last night need some advice on it. Was told could be a bad thermostat. I checked no smoke comimg out of exhaust or milky white oil just had oil changed last week any suggestions thanks so much.

@armandoa1584 27 күн бұрын

I have a similar issue, with overheating, with a good thermostat and radiator, what are the normal temperature of the motor, when the fan is on? In a wrangler 2015 JK.

@jonathanbaugher6051 9 ай бұрын

Mine was over heating this morning and I noticed from the overflow bucket alot of antifreeze on the right side of the engine and the cap isn't even hott which is weird any suggestions? Great video

@admiroshafi7748 2 ай бұрын

Same problem here ! Please update. What was the problem, and how did you fix it. Thanks in advance ☺️

@scottmcclenaghan3236 2 жыл бұрын

Nice fix

@JeepSolid 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@ccoates1064 Жыл бұрын

two thoughts. one. I have all wise. added a bypass hole. any time I change a thermostat. the extra flow. keeps things flowing better. and. a trick I saw my father do. to his. Cadillac s. and. big cars. brand new even be for. they got home. he added a pint of machine oil to the cooling system. and most of his cars went 100000 miles be for traded in. he never had to replace hoses or water pumps. this is and interesting thought. and it have done the same.

@FallofSociety Жыл бұрын

One question...did you have a dash light? I had a dash light the first time but now there's no light but that hose is cold.

@robertolvera2791 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video I subscribed to your channel. I have the same year 2012 JK 2 door. I have a quick question. I believe we are to use HOAT. However I had some work done at a shop and I actually had them flush the system and refill. They refilled with Mopar OAT coolant. I know you can not mix the two different types. My question to you is, should I leave the OAT in it and just top off with OAT? Or should I flush it my self and switch to the HOAT? Also do you think the OAT would hurt the engine cooling system? Thanks for all the great videos!!!

@wulfclaw4921 Жыл бұрын

Do you have the heater in on position while doing this ?

@CITASMOTIVACIONALES7 Жыл бұрын

Hi do you have to fill out the reservoir too..?

@KingdomFTX 11 ай бұрын

😎How high is what I am trying to understand as well and have been searching KZfaq for the answer without success.

@Bradp18 Жыл бұрын

I have followed the exact steps you followed, including parking on an incline. The jeep held about a gallon and a half of coolant. The jeep runs over normal temp while sitting and then it overheats every time you reach speeds above 50 miles an hour. The air temp outside is 72 degrees. Any ideas?

@JeepSolid Жыл бұрын

You replaced thermostat? Maybe you have a faulty sensor?

@bradschoeck1526 Жыл бұрын

Mines doing the exact same thing. Replaced radiator, pump and T-Stat and the first time it gets up to temp it tries to overheat. Coolant is completely full & not leaking as far as I can tell….

@c1b14 Жыл бұрын

Any fix? I’m having the same issues

@Bradp18 Жыл бұрын

@@c1b14 I used the kit, jacked up the passengers side, used the bleeder valve on the thermostat, massaged every radiator and heater hose to get it to burp out air and had to drain and refill 2-3 times and it finally worked. It was crazy.

@alexisransom4725 Жыл бұрын

@@bradschoeck1526 same for me let me know if you figure it out. Replaced thermostat 4 times. It w stops running hot for a while and then does it again