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Old Sep 21, 2011 | 07:07 PM
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Looking to replace my coolant, fr and rear diff fluid, possibly t-case and tranny fluid as well. What fluids do I need?
Any other recommended maintenance while I'm at it?
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Old Sep 21, 2011 | 07:09 PM
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Post year/engine and specifics and history of maintenance for the most accurate replies.

An owners manual or maintenance manual would outline what you need.....good idea to have both of these. ebay good source.

Always consider a new 195 degree thermostat (from Jeep or the Stant SuperStat) when performing cooling system maintenance. And a new cap. And check hoses. And clean the throttle body and idle air control.

And the list goes on.........
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Old Sep 21, 2011 | 07:37 PM
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Originally Posted by mr white
Looking to replace my coolant, fr and rear diff fluid, possibly t-case and tranny fluid as well. What fluids do I need?
Any other recommended maintenance while I'm at it?
Im doing the same exact flushes before winter gotta prep now so she starts everyday in this cold ohio weather
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Old Sep 21, 2011 | 08:29 PM
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It's a 98 4L 5sp. 8.25rear.
Thanks fellas.

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It's a 98 4L 5sp. 8.25rear.
Thanks fellas.
Id put 80 90 weight synthetic gear oil in the diffs and use green anti freeze straight don't buy 50 50 cuz u pay for half water
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I wouldn't recommend using straight antifreeze. Your maximum protection ratio is 60% antifreeze ratio to 40% water. Going with a heavier concentration isn't recommended, nor necessary. 50-50 is fine for most lower 48 state applications.

But buying the concentrated anti-freeze is cheaper (add your own distilled water) than buying pre-mixed.
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