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Overheating 07' Grand Cherokee

Old Oct 19, 2015 | 08:06 AM
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Had to replace water pump because it was leaking, suggested I go ahead and replace older water pump.
Jeep was not over heating prior to replacing water pump. Started jeep tested for about 30 minutes with no issues, no leak. Then I started to drive around. Temp gauge jumped through the roof. Indicator said Transmission temp was too high. Do I need to replace the thermostat? or anyone have any suggestions?
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Old Oct 19, 2015 | 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by RRay130
Had to replace water pump because it was leaking, suggested I go ahead and replace older water pump.
Jeep was not over heating prior to replacing water pump. Started jeep tested for about 30 minutes with no issues, no leak. Then I started to drive around. Temp gauge jumped through the roof. Indicator said Transmission temp was too high. Do I need to replace the thermostat? or anyone have any suggestions?
How long did you burp it for and what coolant did you put back in and how much
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Old Oct 20, 2015 | 06:29 AM
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Apparently not long enough. I went back and burped it again yesterday afternoon and now she running straight and normal.
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