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2000 xj overheats Getting there... 2000 xj stays at 200 degrees (225 with ac on) new radiator, rad cap, thermostat 180 degree, water pump, hoses, new fan clutch, new shroud, and new electric fan. Engine compartment is too hot to touch. Can't drive more than 15 to 20 miles without giving it a break. Drove 15 miles on interstate (65 mph [max speed]) check engine light came on and lost oil pressure so i exited and checked oil... Level is good, oil is clean (500 miles) but maybe a little thin. Made it home. Let it sit 1 hr. Drove down the rode and CEL still on, ran sluggish but got better as i drove. 162000 miles(probably 20k in the mud and river). Thinking of crate motor but leery of spending 2500 and having the same issues... any thoughts?
Last edited by Thepapabear73; Sep 10, 2022 at 06:28 AM.
Check the radiator and a/c condenser to see if it is plugged with mud and stopping air from going though , maybe wash them out to make sure they are clean .
2000 xj overheating
