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wolfeman12 09-05-2010 11:05 PM

replacing thermostat
 
My 1994 jeep Sport needs a new thermostat. Can I replace it my self? How hard is it to fix it? Anywhere I can look to fix it? thanks...

90xj,99xj,92mj 09-05-2010 11:17 PM

super easy, you should invest in a haynes repair manual. it well tell you step by step how to replace anything really and there only like 20-25 bucks at autozone or checker.

wolfeman12 09-05-2010 11:22 PM

cool,thanks. Are most repairs fairly easy on a Jeep?

Doc Brnard 09-05-2010 11:28 PM

Some are, some aren't. Standard maintenance stuff, piece of cake. But anything major, maybe beyond the standard tune-up mechanical aptitude.

+2 on the Hayne's. Consider it your Cherokee "bible".

90xj,99xj,92mj 09-05-2010 11:32 PM

dude i have two of them. one in my jeep and one under my pillow :)

Doc Brnard 09-05-2010 11:34 PM


Originally Posted by 90xj,99xj,92mj (Post 658387)
dude i have two of them. one in my jeep and one under my pillow :)

Such dedication........*sniff* I am humbled........



LOL! Just messin' But you have a good point. Know how to use the Hayne's..........and the intimate secrets of your Cherokee will open up to you. But just like good lovin', don't be afraid of getting a bit dirty. Damn! New sig line.

Caish 09-05-2010 11:51 PM

One caveat when dealing with 4.0 thermostat housing.
Make sure you tighten the bolts equally, DO NOT TORQUE ONE DOWN THEN THE OTHER.
You will need a new housing if you do.
It will break an ear off the housing.
I've broke two so far. :( I as being extra careful on the second and still broke it.

YOu can get the bottom bolt out without removing the belt and back in if your careful too.

90xj,99xj,92mj 09-05-2010 11:53 PM

that was a line from the jeep gods ha x2 on the dont be afraid of gettin dirty thats how we learn:)

Doc Brnard 09-06-2010 12:21 AM

Checkin' to see if the new sig works.... Yep.....

93SVT 09-06-2010 06:57 AM

X3 on the Haynes book and IMO replace your 195* thermostat with a 180* No need to run the motor that hot unless we are trying to pass emissions.

RkyMtnH 09-06-2010 08:23 AM

And when you start doing mods on your XJ. Loose the haynes manual and get "Eric's" book . http://ericsxj.com/

1991Jeep_Man 09-06-2010 10:08 AM

I wonder if anyone has ever found the ten commandments of Jeeps lol.


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