THERMOSTAT
DESCRIPTION
A pellet-type thermostat controls the operating
temperature of the engine by controlling the amount
of coolant flow to the radiator.
OPERATION
The thermostat starts to open at 80°C (176°F).
Above this temperature, coolant is allowed to flow to
the radiator. This provides quicker engine warmup
and overall temperature control.
The same thermostat is used for winter and sum-
mer seasons. An engine should not be operated with-
out a thermostat, except for servicing or testing.
Operating without a thermostat causes other prob-
lems. These are: longer engine warmup time, unreli-
able
warmup
performance,
increased
exhaust
emissions and crankcase condensation. This conden-
sation can result in sludge formation.
CAUTION: Do not operate an engine without a ther-
mostat, except for servicing or testing.
RADIATOR PRESSURE CAP
DESCRIPTION
All radiators are equipped with a pressure cap.
This cap releases pressure at some point within a
range of 124-to-145 kPa (18-to-21 psi). The pressure
relief point (in pounds) is engraved on top of the cap
(Fig. 5).
The cooling system will operate at pressures
slightly above atmospheric pressure. This results in a
higher coolant boiling point allowing increased radi-
ator cooling capacity. The cap (Fig. 5) contains a
spring-loaded pressure relief valve. This valve opens
when system pressure reaches the release range of
124-to-145 kPa (18-to-21 psi).
A vent valve in the center of the cap allows a small
coolant flow through the cap when coolant is below
boiling temperature. The valve is completely closed
when boiling point is reached. As the coolant cools, it
contracts and creates a vacuum in cooling system.
Fig. 3 Water Pump— Typical
1 – O-RING SEAL
2 – WATER PUMP ADAPTER
3 – DRAIN HOSE
4 – WASHER
5 – PUMP MOUNTING BOLTS (4)
6 – WASHER
7 – WATER PUMP PULLEY BOLTS (3)
8 – WATER PUMP PULLEY
9 – VENT TUBE
10 – PUMP HUB
11 – WATER PUMP
Fig. 4 Low Coolant Level Sensor
1 – LOW COOLANT LEVEL SENSOR
2 – COOLANT RECOVERY HOSE
3 – PRESSURIZED COOLANT RESERVE/OVERFLOW TANK
4 – OVERFLOW HOSE
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COOLING SYSTEM
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)
2000 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE