Looking for some help?
JK Jedi Master
Joined: Feb 2008
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From: Maine
So I spent another 2+ hours cleaning my engine compartment/radiator. Still running really hot. When I say really hot I mean above 210 degrees the temp gauge reads at the 3/4 mark to the hot(if that makes sense). Fan works fine/ blowing the right direction. Haven't pulled the radiator out completely yet. Just haven't had the time. I did "burp" the radiator though. Nothing change. Should I just buy a new radiator and say the hell with it and clean it when I have time, to use as a back-up.
Get an infrared temp gun and point it between the thermostat housing and the temp sensor.
It should read between 195°F and 215°F, with the needle straight up. If the needle is to the right in this temp range, the sensor is bad.
The fan should come on around 215°F.
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JK Newbie
Joined: Feb 2012
Posts: 20
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From: Kodiak, AK
So I finally figured it out, after I ordered a new radiator. Turns out my old one was still clogged, cuz I couldn't get between the AC cooler and radiator, note to self tear it a apart first then by the parts. Thank everyone for the tips/ help.
