Rapid Loss of Coolant

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Jul 12, 2009 | 03:40 PM

ZeppmanR

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From: Warrenton, VA

Year: 1993

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 2.5 Liter 4 Cyl.

Rapid Loss of Coolant

I have a 93' Jeep Cherokee XJ, and it is rapidly burning/loosing anti-freeze. I just replaced the radiator, and the thermostat, but that didn't seem to help. If I fill up the coolant tank to the max line, drive it, and then come back later, the coolant line often goes down 1-3 inches. Any ideas?

Jul 12, 2009 | 03:43 PM

bajarunner

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Year: 1989

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

head gasket ?????....check the oil or the cap on the valve cover

Jul 12, 2009 | 03:51 PM

BuckB91XJ

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From: Oak Harbor, WA.

Year: 1987

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 liter RENIX I-6, DIY Cold Air Intake, 2.5 FM Exhaust, 3 Core Radiator

There is only 2 places your coolant can go. If it's not leaking out onto the ground then it is burning it. That would mean a bad head gasket. Check for coolant in the oil and oil in the coolant and do a compression check and leak down check of the cylinders and cooling system.