Fan Clutch and Flush
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Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: I6
Fan Clutch and Flush
Last year I replaced the water pump and thermostat. This year I am smelling radiator fluid. It seems I have a leak. I was planning to remove the radiator and flush it and install a new fan clutch since it is original and I own a 1995. Any tips or suggestions? Is it worth flushing or should I just replace with the 100 dollar deal from autozone. I rather a 2 or 3 core, but just not in the cards right now.
Also I seem to be loosing a quart or two a week from the radiator. Overflow container is fine, hoses are new. I just saw a lot of sediment in the radiator last time I filled it. Figure a good flush with it out couldn't hurt.
On that note what is the best way to flush it to really make sure it is clear and free flowing?
Also I seem to be loosing a quart or two a week from the radiator. Overflow container is fine, hoses are new. I just saw a lot of sediment in the radiator last time I filled it. Figure a good flush with it out couldn't hurt.
On that note what is the best way to flush it to really make sure it is clear and free flowing?
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Myself I'd start by actually finding where it's leaking coolant and making that smell. It's under the hood I assume, and not in the cab. Up to 1/2 gallon a week? Maybe listening somewhere quiet while it's parked good'n hot? I'd find the leak and pass on a new radiator if yours isn't leaking or overheating. Of course the clutch isn't leaking. Do look good at the t-stat housing.
IM NO EXPERT HERE. MINE JUST "AUTO FLUSHED", MOSTLY ON THE WINDSHIELD. I FOUND THE LEAK OK THOUGH. (note a section of the cover landed over on the manifold's!)(I chopped the hose, hooked it back, added the 2 gal's I had and made it down off the "summit" to the Napa at the bottom for the $20 hose)
IM NO EXPERT HERE. MINE JUST "AUTO FLUSHED", MOSTLY ON THE WINDSHIELD. I FOUND THE LEAK OK THOUGH. (note a section of the cover landed over on the manifold's!)(I chopped the hose, hooked it back, added the 2 gal's I had and made it down off the "summit" to the Napa at the bottom for the $20 hose)
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