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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2009GRAND CHEROKEE 4WD V8-5.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTCOOLING SYSTEMDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONCOOLING SYSTEM - OPERATION
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD V8-5.7L
Cooling System - Operation
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD V8-5.7LSECTION Cooling System - Operation
OPERATION
The cooling system regulates engine operating temperature. It allows the engine to reach normal operating temperature as quickly as possible. It also maintains normal operating temperature and prevents overheating.
The cooling system also provides a source of hot coolant for heating the passenger compartment and cooling the automatic transmission fluid (if equipped). The cooling system is pressurized and uses a centrifugal water pump to circulate coolant throughout the system.
- When engine is cold the thermostat is closed. The cooling system has no flow through the radiator. The coolant flows through the engine, water pump, and heater.
- When engine is warm the thermostat is full open. One the gas engine coolant flows through the engine, radiator, heater, and water pump.
- One the engine coolant flows through the engine, radiator, heater, and water pump.
An optional factory installed maximum duty cooling package is available on most models. This package will provide additional cooling capacity for vehicles used under extreme conditions such as trailer towing in high ambient temperatures.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.