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$168.95 $168.95 $168.95 $16/mo with Prices may vary online, in stores, and in-app Check if this fits your vehicle Free shipping, arrives by Tue, Oct 25 to Want it faster? to see options Sold and shipped by Go-Parts | Parts Dynasty Corporation 189 seller reviews Free 30-day returns Detroit Axle - Rear Upper Control Arm Assembly Replacement for 1999-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Sponsored current price $71.50 Detroit Axle - Rear Upper Control Arm Assembly Replacement for 1999-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee3+ day shipping Notice unusual marketplace activity? ReportWhat is a head gasket?The head gasket maintains a seal between the engine block and cylinder head. It prevents oil, coolant and combustion gases from escaping the engine. How does the head gasket work?Most engines have two major components: the engine block and the cylinder head. These two halves must seal to one another and act as one piece, or the engine will fail. The head gasket is a sealing layer of durable material that is sandwiched between the cylinder head and engine block. When tightened down, the cylinder head crushes the head gasket into the cylinder block, causing any imperfections to be sealed by force. What are the symptoms related to a bad head gasket?When the head gasket begins to fail, the engine may have no symptoms at all. They only begin to occur when the leak has reached an engine oil passage, engine coolant passage or the engine cylinder. When that happens, the engine may be very difficult to start, and run roughly when idling. There may be oil or coolant leaking, and the engine may begin to overheat, or at least run hot. At this point, there may be coolant in the engine oil pan — this will look creamy and lighter in color than the oil. Also, the radiator or engine coolant reservoir may have a gurgling sound, the presence engine oil, or smell of combustion. And the check engine light will come on. The coolant being burned in the engine will produce white exhaust that smells sweet, like engine coolant. When the head gasket fails completely, the engine will overheat within minutes of starting, will stall and then won't restart. Can I drive with a head gasket problem?Driving with a bad head gasket is hazardous to the engine, and may even be impossible. A failing head gasket typically will lead to your engine overheating and will eventually ruin the engine block, cylinder head, or both. A car with a blown or leaking head gasket should both be towed to a repair facility. How often do head gaskets need to be replaced?Head gaskets can fail at any time, but they typically last at least 100,000 miles, especially if the oil and coolant are properly maintained. In order to keep the gasket in good condition, dirty or contaminated fluids should be replaced on schedule, and the engine must run at the proper temperature. This is the best way to help prevent head gasket failure, along with avoiding aggressive driving. How much does it cost to fix a blown head gasket on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?Jeep Grand Cherokee Head Gasket Replacement Cost Estimate. The average cost for a Jeep Grand Cherokee head gasket replacement is between $1,653 and $1,893. Labor costs are estimated between $917 and $1,157 while parts are priced at $736.
How do I know if my Jeep head gasket is blown?Bad head gasket symptoms. White smoke coming from the tailpipe.. BUBBLING IN THE RADIATOR AND COOLANT RESERVOIR.. unexplained coolant loss with no leaks.. Milky white coloration in the oil.. Engine overheating.. How long does it take to change a head gasket on a Jeep Cherokee?Replacing a head gasket can take anywhere from 6 hours to several days, depending on how difficult it is to get to the head gasket and put the engine back together again.
How much to replace a head gasket on a Jeep?A head gasket repair cost averages roughly between $1,600 and $2,000. This amount breaks down to: Parts costing around $700 – $800. Labor charges at about $900 – $1,200.
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