Jeep Grand Cherokee:  Burning Oil Diagnosis

  The engine burning oil is one of the most common problems that a vehicle can encounter, particularly one with high mileage.  If your Jeep Grand Cherokee is burning oil it is typically caused by piston rings or valve guides.     How Much Oil Consumption is Normal? Most auto manufacturers are hesitant to tell … Read more

Jeep Grand Cherokee: Backfiring Causes

  One of the more jarring vehicle problems that you can experience is a backfire.  It sounds like a shotgun blast and can scare you if you’re not prepared for it.  If your Jeep Grand Cherokee is backfiring, common causes include improper engine timing, bad spark plugs, engine running rich, and plug wires (if so … Read more

Jeep Grand Cherokee:  Oil in Coolant Diagnosis

If you’ve recently checked your Jeep Grand Cherokee’s coolant, and it looks almost like it has butter in it, then you probably have oil in it.  Oil in your coolant is most often caused by a blown head gasket. It can also be caused by a cracked head or even a bad radiator (well sorta, … Read more

Jeep Grand Cherokee:  Overheating → Symptoms + Causes

One of the worst problems that can happen to your Jeep Grand Cherokee is overheating.  Common symptoms of overheating include smoke coming from under the hood, a pegged temperature gauge, and (eventually) a blown head gasket. If your Grand Cherokee is overheating, stop driving it immediately to avoid damaging the engine. Ignoring an overheating engine … Read more

Jeep Grand Cherokee: Window Won’t Go Up Diagnosis

Your Jeep Grand Cherokee’s windows protect you from the elements, and they protect the interior from damage.  If your window won’t go up, there are a few common issues that can cause this problem.  These include a blown fuse, bad window motor, wiring issues, and the switch.     Power Window Won’t Go Up Causes:  Jeep … Read more

Jeep Grand Cherokee:  Brake Fluid Leak Causes & Diagnosis

  Your Jeep Grand Cherokee’s brake system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle.  Without a reliable braking system, it is dangerous to keep driving your Grand Cherokee.  A brake fluid leak is a serious problem.  It is usually caused by a failure of a seal, brake line, master cylinder reservoir, and a … Read more

Jeep Grand Cherokee Bad Throttle Body: Symptoms + Diagnosis

If your Jeep Grand Cherokee has a faulty throttle body, it can cause it to run terribly.  Common symptoms of a bad throttle body include dirt and grime, the check engine light, and an erratic idle. Your Grand Cherokee’s throttle body controls the amount of air that enters the engine.  You control the throttle body … Read more

Jeep Grand Cherokee: Bad Thermostat → Symptoms & Diagnosis

The thermostat in your Jeep Grand Cherokee’s engine plays a crucial role in regulating its temperature. A malfunctioning thermostat may lead to various issues and should be dealt with immediately. Some of the most common symptoms of a bad thermostat are no heat, a spiked temp gauge, a blown head gasket, and more. A thermostat … Read more