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Cooling system — drain flush and refill, Selection of coolant – Jeep 2015 Grand Cherokee - Diesel Supplement User Manual

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spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the

face of the A/C condenser (if equipped) or the back of the

radiator core.
Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber,

cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection at the

coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire

system for leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but

not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for

proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of

engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.

The radiator drain cock is located in the lower radiator

tank. If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant

(antifreeze) will begin to drain from the coolant expan-

sion bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRES-

SURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.

Cooling System — Drain Flush And Refill
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a

considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a

reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough

rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly

dispose of old engine coolant (antifreeze).
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper

maintenance intervals.
Selection Of Coolant
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in

“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.

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