Wow this video is a life saver. We have a 2012 Dodge Avenger w/ that exact same 3.6 v6 in it. We recently, while on a long trip started having over heating issues & I noticed, when I stopped & grabbed some coolant to add that the coolant in the reservoir was a thick peanut butter like substance rather than the normal color. We limped it home due to our financial situation at that time we weren't going to be able to afford a 3hr tow Bill. After getting home I replaced the thermostat & flushed the HELL outta the coolant system but it seemed that I could NVR get that peanut butter like substance completely cleaned out & I flushed that thing every bit of 30-40 times no exaggeration! Lol I am no certified mechanic but I'm fairly confident as a DIY'er mechanic if you will lol. I was terrified that my issue was possibly a head gasket or cracked head issue from the little bit of over heating we delt with on our trip home. But recently while talking to some ppl on mechanical forums they pointed me to this being a more likely suspect with regards to my issue. Now after watching this video I'm greatly relieved that I am quite certain this is going to be my culprit. So thanks a million for the video man 👍👌👊👍 a HUGE help. I'm definitely a subscriber now! I do have 1 quick ? tho, I heard you say something about the coolant that engine took was a purple color? I ask because, although ours is a 2012 Avenger the engine is an absolute carbon copy of the way our 2012 looks however ours uses a HOAT phosphate free coolant that as far as I've found has always been a yellow color. I use Zerex G-05. Of course this isn't some extremely important question I was just kinda curious as to why a 2014 3.6 that looks like a mirror image of or 2012 motor would use a different coolant? I suppose you did just mention the color maybe they make a HOAT phosphate free coolant that's purple I wasn't aware of. Anyways just wanted to let you know your video was a life saver bro! Sorry for my novel lol. Keep up the great work & helpful videos there greatly appreciated!
I feel that the cooler will be your issue. It will take alot of flushing to get the mess out once its replaced. Now if its been over heated too much it could have warped the heads but lets hope not. As far as the coolant.......5 year/100,000 mile (HOAT) is recommended.....its more on the pink side as far as color.
@@MotorCityMechanic hey thanks for getting right back to me regarding my issue. No kidding when I say I've left probably 20 other msgs on different ppls channels of ?'s about this issue as well as a variety of other issues & not 1 has ever replied back w/an answer so big props man I'll definitely be referring any of my friends to your channel who may have mechanical ?'s. Thanks again man a thousand times over huge weight off my shoulders to finally have some professional feedback that seems to be the answer I've been looking for. We also own a 2003 Lincoln TC & a 2005 Chrysler 300 that are both needing some work done to them sooner than later, the 300 especially so I may be looking through your other videos & probably asking a question here or there. Hopefully you can give me some professional tips to help me through those up coming headaches as well. Thanks again!!!!
Those were some awesome words of thanks. I greatly appreciate it and always love to hear the feedback. Thanks again. Make sure to subscribe and keep watching!
Very helpful thank you. I did my 2011 Dodge Avenger and my Haynes Books says the torque specs for the filter housing/cooler bolts are 35 lbs not 106. The screws holding the oil Cooler to the filter housing are 106. But if you’re replacing the whole assembly FYI on the torque specs.
Just checked.....The service manual states 106in/lbs for filter/cooler assembly to engine block.....the cooler to the plastic filter housing/assembly is 35in/lbs. I don’t know why anyone would remove the cooler or replace it with out replacing the entire filter/cooler assembly. The screws for the cooler are going into a plastic filter assembly so 106 would be too much and strip it out.
Hi there....every day I learn some thing new from you lam very happy to get all the information right.....thank you so much great video great job and great man.............
great video I changed the oil on my 2014 avenger sxt this is when I identified my oil leak do I need to drain the new oil out that I just put in for this repair?
Can you make a video for changing the oil cooler assembly on a 2014/2015 Jeep Cheroke 3.2L Pentastar? Thanks. My guess it would be similer to this Dodge Avenger.
I will keep it in mind. It should be pretty much the same procedure. Intakes may be slightly different but everything else the same. Thanks for the request. Make sure to subscribe
When an oil cooler assembly goes bad, is it possible to have coolant leak through the intake valve and exit the exhaust valve? I blew some coolant out of the exhaust pipe with some white smoke after a cold start. I ran a compression test and all cylinders read 148 psi with 7 cranks. I used my scope to inspect the top of the pistons and no pistons were washed or have standing fluid on them. Just normal carbon build up on them. I also inspected the intake valves and they look normal as well. Should I perform a leak down test with the piston in the down position (making sure both (exhaust and intake) valves are closed to check to see if the cylinder wall is cracked and that possibly is where I am loosing some coolant? I will perform a leak down test tomorrow on each cylinder. 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 105,000 miles. Thanks.
Thanks for the video, I have a 200 Chrysler 2011 3.6 v6 and the car overheating and leak coolant like crazy !! I looked underneath the intake and it's full of coolant so do you think that might be the issue? And I did found coolant right under the coolant reservoir and the cooling system always full of air !! Hope this will make It easier for you to tell me what the problem is , and thank you very much for your videos really good work.
I recommend pressure testing the system to see if you can locate the leak. There is a good chance that the leak is from the cooler assembly. I have seen it a few times. There isnt anything in that area that would allow coolant to be there except for the cooler. Thanks for the question and make sure to subscribe!
Happy New Year.......the Mopar replacements do come with the filter already inside....still check to make sure no one forgot. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe.
It just depends, on low mileage engines....I look closely at the rubber seals and make sure they arent flattened out of distorted. If I have any concerns then I dont hesitate to replace them . Thanks for taking the time to comment again.
I freakin love you bro! 👍 ...Saved my ass. I've done my share of working on cars but generally the same ol same ol... Alternator, battery, water pump, thermostat Etc... Nothing this involved. So, I'm doing this right now, with hand tools, flashlight, while a wearing hoody on the side of the road. It's 2:15am and a bit chilly here in the desert 55°F buuurrr. I bet you'll get a laugh out that since it's much colder in your town. I'm hoping it's just a seal gone bad. Coolant lis leaking between the two left bolts across backside of cooler. I got the seals last minute(don't even have a new cooler...lol) and they cost $32w/tax. Felpro brand. I'm an optimist and a little stoned😉 legal here now. I actually considered using some high temp RTV and slathering it around the leaking area after I cleaned it of course. And then minimizing the capacity of the cooling system by clamping off a couple hoses or whatever I need to do and then applying a vacuum to that area where the leak with the RTV around it is. Then the RTV will get sucked into the leak. I wasn't even stoned when I had that idea. Break times over. there's a lot more I really wanted to say but this is probably already too long. but again thank you bro thank you thank you thank you. And God bless you! 😎. Maybe I'll send you a picture of the motor all nice and pretty and clean again it's nasty behind that plenum. PS I also intend on doing plugs and coils. No maybe I'll just do it again next week because I don't have the plugs and coils.....lmao. bye
Great video. 2 questions. Do you have a video performing this on a 2013 or newer wrangler? How can I get a tech connect Manuel for my vehicle? Haynes does not have one published yet? I picked up some points
Hi, I just had another question when it comes to Antifreeze on this repair. Can you re use the captured Antifreeze that you drained as long as it is not contaminated? Or should you put back in brand new Antifreeze? Thanks
You sure can reuse it. Just use a clean container. Some years had the 5 year/100k mile antifreeze. If that applies to your vehicle and you over by time or mileage then I would say replace the antifreeze. Thanks for watching and for the question Jeran!
One more question mine is leaking water I put a pressure tester on the system and the bubbles are coming out from there do I have to do anything different because I don't want water to back up into the engine
What actually caused the item to leak oil? Was it the rubber seal on the bottom? A crack somewhere? Where the cartridge hooks up to the cooler Etc. Just wondering in case I ever run into this problem if its possible to replace the seal or whatever failed instead of the whole assembly
+Goenitz Lopez Its hard to tell because you cant see it where its located while the engine is running to see exactly where on the cooler the leak is. The part comes as an assembly. I feel that it most likely is where the sections are ultrasonically welded together. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
For sure and its the most likely cause. I recommend replacing it and then having the cooling system flushed multiple times to try and get all the oil residue out. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe
The specs I mentioned are directly from the service info. I double checked and the same info.....89in/lbs (10 nm). I cant explain why the intake says one thing while the service info states otherwise.
Very great info though, this is a life saver! I have no idea what we would do if you where not making these videos, So thanks for taking the time to do these! By the way, where is your shop? To bad you are not up here in the Northeast!
I had a question, when it comes to the point when its time to refill the coolant, do you bleed or purge the cooling system while engine is running? Or with the engine off? Thanks!
I bleed it with the engine off. That way your not dealing with hot coolant and risk getting burnt. Cold will work great. Then over the next few days in the morning after having driven in the day before.....recheck the level and add it needed until the level no longer changes. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe.
One more thing, I would like to see a similar video to the one you did on the replacing the alternator on the 3.6L Jeep Grand Cherokee, but instead, on a regular cherokee3.2L from 2014 to current because its a sideways front wheel drive Engine. How much harder is it to get to the Alternator or even just trying to change the Serpentine Belt? Thanks
I have a 2011Chrysler 200 3.6 2 month ago it overheated an took took it to pep boys they said it was the water pump. They charged me $580. I've driven it close to 200 miles. Yesterday when I left the house I got 2 blocks when my temperature went straight too hot. I pulled over called pep boys told them an had it towed there. They said it wasn't the water pump. That the leak was coming from either the lower radiator hose or the metal pipe under the lower intake that transfers the coolant from the passenger side to the drivers side of the car. But couldn't tell me which one for sure unless I agreed to pay 180. Labor to remove the lower intake. Depending if it was the hose or metal pipe the repair cost would be 300. - 600. I paid for the tow and towed it home. My neighbor offered to remove the intake and said when he removed the oil cooler a piece on the bottom was broke. I've watched your video and read comments on problems regarding to this part and none of them where caused from major coolant coming from the drivers side of the engine. Can you please give me some advice???
Possibly somewhere around $500 give or take. I thing the part is over $200 and then figure your labor......$500 is a good rough estimate in my opinion.
@@joshmarshall155 Typically the oil leak issues were on the 2014 versions. But it can happen from time to time on the older version. If you by it from Mopar it will be the latest revised verson.
No recall on that repair. It might be a warranty items depending on the mileage of the vehicle. Otherwise nothing that has been recalled. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe
Everything is the same....no differences. Follow the steps in the video and you wont have any issues. Thanks for the question and make sure to subscribe
It is the same basic engine so yes it will be the same part and basic procedure.....quick estimate.....$400.00 give or take a few. The part alone is have that price and then the labor on top of it brings it close to $400.00
I have seen the cooler leak coolant so that could cause an overheat. If its leaking oil then I would think the issue may be somewhere else. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe.
MotorCity Mechanic just a quick rundown on what is going on. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6 180,000 miles. My wife’s Jeep. A few weeks ago it started to run a little hotter than usual I looked under and around the motor and couldn’t find any leaks so I installed a new thermostat and housing. Worked great for about 2 weeks of so. Started running hot again noticed a leak around the water pump bolts so I installed a new water pump. Now it’s continuously running hot still no visible leaks pressure tested the cooling system and it has a leak. Radiator is not clogged up could it possibly be the oil cooler leaking? There is no coolant in the oil. I checked the oil and no water is on the dipstick. No water or smoke coming out the exhaust. Sorry for the long story but I’ve taken it to a few mechanics and everyone is stumped. Another note it running hot is about 235-240 degrees on the digital readout on the dashboard. No loss of power or hesitation at all. Again sorry for the long story but I’m about stumped myself I’m no full blown mechanic but I’m not exactly a amateur either. Thank you for responding to my comment any help or advice is greatly appreciated
Problem found leaking oil cooler plastic plug looking piece on the bottom of the housing was leaking only way to fix was to replace the whole oil filter housing
Not sure what you might have done......did you let something fall down inside the intake runners? Otherwise I can only recommend that you go back over everything because the repair itself wont cause any issues unless you drop something down the intake runner and then it gets into the cylinder when the engine is running.
Im concerned .after having my oil changed at the dealer bought this used at a hyundai dealer. on my 3.6 pentastar,i noticed a little oil pooled up in the valley i now check my oil level daily and oil pressure. should this work be covered by my extended warranty. thanks.
+SuperWatson63 It depends....if want you can email me some info and I can check for you.....my email is david@motorcitymechanic.com . The info I need to check on the warranty is the VIN.....mileage....and last 4 letters of your last name. Email me and I will see if the cooler is covered under the Chrysler warranty. If a different brand of warranty than I wont be able to tell you. I can only check the manufacture normal warranties and their extended warranties.
There is a good chance. Look down around where the oil filter cap is.....see if you see oil in that intake valley area. Also check on top of the trans where it bolts to the engine. These are both indications of a bad oil filter housing/cooler assembly. I good visual inspection should show you the cause. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe
+Geo jeremy (BLUEHEAD) Evening. Yeah the 3.6 is used across all 4 lines.....Jeep, Chrysler, Ram, and Dodge. At this time its the go to engine. The removal of items are different from vehicle to vehicle. Its RWD in some vehicles and FWD in others.
+Robert Simpson Then you would never have a problem with it lol. When they make things hard to get to then they fail.....when they put where its easy to access, no issues lol. I believe they have worked out the issues on the latest versions but the older ones are still out there in them time.
When is this going to become a recall. Obvious issue with 3.6L engines. What keeps the part from failing again? Say you're just outside your 3yr/ 36000 warranty. Is this something that will fail every 40K?
+B Black They have revised the part over time to address issues that have come up. That's one main reason why I always recommend OEM parts when available because if they see a number of failures....they will redesign the part to address the issue. I haven't seen any repeat failures so far. As far as a recall....its strange what falls into being recalls from time to time. I am sure that is a cause and reason as to what is recalled and what is not. Keep in mind that the Government regulates and monitors the same things that the manufactures come across as well and if they feel one is needed....it will happen. Its been a while now since I have seen this issue come into the shop but that doesn't mean that they are not out there. I do appreciate the comment and thanks for watching. Make sure to subscribe and have a safe Merry Christmas
i have a challenger sxt 2014 My car has an oil leak and i was checking around the oil filter and clearly can see oil ..i dont not if i need to replace the oil cooler assembly?
I would make sure that the oring around the oil filter cap is okay and not torn. If okay....then the oil filter housing/cooler assembly will need to be replaced. Thanks for the question. Make sure to subscribe
I need advise please.gene gorman auto had done a oil change on a DOdge Gd caravan 2014 3.6 li eng with 46 miles on it.after the oil change it started driping oil like a small leak in tap.I have poured 7 q of oil into the engine in 4-5 months.3 times i have been to the garage.All he did was cleaned it change oil filter o rings & gave back.So the leak it slow.But I had mentioned to him you cracked the oil filter housing.2 time around.# time he said it needs to replace & $475 cost to do that.Who is responsible for the expense? Where Can I buy this assembly less cost? What is the time taken to do the job? Please send some response. Thankyou VERY MUCH FOR POSTING THE VIDEO CLIP. GEORGE FROM pUNTA GORDA FLORIDA flimcity@aim.com
Wow this video is a life saver. We have a 2012 Dodge Avenger w/ that exact same 3.6 v6 in it. We recently, while on a long trip started having over heating issues & I noticed, when I stopped & grabbed some coolant to add that the coolant in the reservoir was a thick peanut butter like substance rather than the normal color. We limped it home due to our financial situation at that time we weren't going to be able to afford a 3hr tow Bill. After getting home I replaced the thermostat & flushed the HELL outta the coolant system but it seemed that I could NVR get that peanut butter like substance completely cleaned out & I flushed that thing every bit of 30-40 times no exaggeration! Lol I am no certified mechanic but I'm fairly confident as a DIY'er mechanic if you will lol. I was terrified that my issue was possibly a head gasket or cracked head issue from the little bit of over heating we delt with on our trip home. But recently while talking to some ppl on mechanical forums they pointed me to this being a more likely suspect with regards to my issue. Now after watching this video I'm greatly relieved that I am quite certain this is going to be my culprit. So thanks a million for the video man 👍👌👊👍 a HUGE help. I'm definitely a subscriber now! I do have 1 quick ? tho, I heard you say something about the coolant that engine took was a purple color? I ask because, although ours is a 2012 Avenger the engine is an absolute carbon copy of the way our 2012 looks however ours uses a HOAT phosphate free coolant that as far as I've found has always been a yellow color. I use Zerex G-05. Of course this isn't some extremely important question I was just kinda curious as to why a 2014 3.6 that looks like a mirror image of or 2012 motor would use a different coolant? I suppose you did just mention the color maybe they make a HOAT phosphate free coolant that's purple I wasn't aware of. Anyways just wanted to let you know your video was a life saver bro! Sorry for my novel lol. Keep up the great work & helpful videos there greatly appreciated!
I feel that the cooler will be your issue. It will take alot of flushing to get the mess out once its replaced. Now if its been over heated too much it could have warped the heads but lets hope not. As far as the coolant.......5 year/100,000 mile (HOAT) is recommended.....its more on the pink side as far as color.
@@MotorCityMechanic hey thanks for getting right back to me regarding my issue. No kidding when I say I've left probably 20 other msgs on different ppls channels of ?'s about this issue as well as a variety of other issues & not 1 has ever replied back w/an answer so big props man I'll definitely be referring any of my friends to your channel who may have mechanical ?'s. Thanks again man a thousand times over huge weight off my shoulders to finally have some professional feedback that seems to be the answer I've been looking for. We also own a 2003 Lincoln TC & a 2005 Chrysler 300 that are both needing some work done to them sooner than later, the 300 especially so I may be looking through your other videos & probably asking a question here or there. Hopefully you can give me some professional tips to help me through those up coming headaches as well. Thanks again!!!!
Hey man thanks for making this video it really help an there's no way anyone could explain it as simple as you did thank you again!!!!
Those were some awesome words of thanks. I greatly appreciate it and always love to hear the feedback. Thanks again. Make sure to subscribe and keep watching!
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. Godspeed in everything you do. 👍🏾👍🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾👊🏾👊🏾😎
When doing this service, should you change plugs, coil packs, and do cooling flush....?
2012 dodge avenger rt at 61,000 miles. Just had this repair and my local dodge dealer charged me $1,200!
Very helpful thank you. I did my 2011 Dodge Avenger and my Haynes Books says the torque specs for the filter housing/cooler bolts are 35 lbs not 106. The screws holding the oil
Cooler to the filter housing are 106. But if you’re replacing the whole assembly FYI on the torque specs.
Just checked.....The service manual states 106in/lbs for filter/cooler assembly to engine block.....the cooler to the plastic filter housing/assembly is 35in/lbs. I don’t know why anyone would remove the cooler or replace it with out replacing the entire filter/cooler assembly. The screws for the cooler are going into a plastic filter assembly so 106 would be too much and strip it out.
This guy is great! very good at teaching and explaining topic
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I know this is a bit older video now, but can you provide the links to parts 1 and 2 please?
Hi there....every day I learn some thing new from you lam very happy to get all the information right.....thank you so much great video great job and great man.............
Your always welcome.
great video I changed the oil on my 2014 avenger sxt this is when I identified my oil leak do I need to drain the new oil out that I just put in for this repair?
All three were great. Thank you
Your welcome Raul. Thanks for watching all 3. Make sure to subscribe.
MotorCity Mechanic I did a while back
Can you make a video for changing the oil cooler assembly on a 2014/2015 Jeep Cheroke 3.2L Pentastar? Thanks. My guess it would be similer to this Dodge Avenger.
I will keep it in mind. It should be pretty much the same procedure. Intakes may be slightly different but everything else the same. Thanks for the request. Make sure to subscribe
When an oil cooler assembly goes bad, is it possible to have coolant leak through the intake valve and exit the exhaust valve? I blew some coolant out of the exhaust pipe with some white smoke after a cold start. I ran a compression test and all cylinders read 148 psi with 7 cranks. I used my scope to inspect the top of the pistons and no pistons were washed or have standing fluid on them. Just normal carbon build up on them. I also inspected the intake valves and they look normal as well. Should I perform a leak down test with the piston in the down position (making sure both (exhaust and intake) valves are closed to check to see if the cylinder wall is cracked and that possibly is where I am loosing some coolant? I will perform a leak down test tomorrow on each cylinder. 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 105,000 miles. Thanks.
Thanks for the video, I have a 200 Chrysler 2011 3.6 v6 and the car overheating and leak coolant like crazy !! I looked underneath the intake and it's full of coolant so do you think that might be the issue? And I did found coolant right under the coolant reservoir and the cooling system always full of air !! Hope this will make It easier for you to tell me what the problem is , and thank you very much for your videos really good work.
I recommend pressure testing the system to see if you can locate the leak. There is a good chance that the leak is from the cooler assembly. I have seen it a few times. There isnt anything in that area that would allow coolant to be there except for the cooler. Thanks for the question and make sure to subscribe!
its a 2013 charger, bought august this year.
Dude happy new year I am going to this job on my car one thing I need to know dose the new part have a filter in it already or do I need to get one
Happy New Year.......the Mopar replacements do come with the filter already inside....still check to make sure no one forgot. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe.
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I just order from Mopar, does it come with the sensors already? Thanks
Thanks for sharing! Do you reuse the intake gaskets or get new ones?
It just depends, on low mileage engines....I look closely at the rubber seals and make sure they arent flattened out of distorted. If I have any concerns then I dont hesitate to replace them . Thanks for taking the time to comment again.
Wealth Manifested. Great Video. MotorCity Mechanic.
Wealth Manifested greatly appreciated!
I freakin love you bro! 👍 ...Saved my ass. I've done my share of working on cars but generally the same ol same ol... Alternator, battery, water pump, thermostat
Etc... Nothing this involved. So, I'm doing this right now, with hand tools, flashlight, while a wearing hoody on the side of the road. It's 2:15am and a bit chilly here in the desert 55°F buuurrr. I bet you'll get a laugh out that since it's much colder in your town. I'm hoping it's just a seal gone bad. Coolant lis leaking between the two left bolts across backside of cooler. I got the seals last minute(don't even have a new cooler...lol) and they cost $32w/tax. Felpro brand. I'm an optimist and a little stoned😉 legal here now. I actually considered using some high temp RTV and slathering it around the leaking area after I cleaned it of course. And then minimizing the capacity of the cooling system by clamping off a couple hoses or whatever I need to do and then applying a vacuum to that area where the leak with the RTV around it is. Then the RTV will get sucked into the leak. I wasn't even stoned when I had that idea. Break times over. there's a lot more I really wanted to say but this is probably already too long. but again thank you bro thank you thank you thank you. And God bless you! 😎. Maybe I'll send you a picture of the motor all nice and pretty and clean again it's nasty behind that plenum. PS I also intend on doing plugs and coils. No maybe I'll just do it again next week because I don't have the plugs and coils.....lmao. bye
Great video. 2 questions. Do you have a video performing this on a 2013 or newer wrangler? How can I get a tech connect Manuel for my vehicle? Haynes does not have one published yet? I picked up some points
The videos were very helpful. Thank you!!
GREAT JOB...AND THANK YOU.
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Hi, I just had another question when it comes to Antifreeze on this repair. Can you re use the captured Antifreeze that you drained as long as it is not contaminated? Or should you put back in brand new Antifreeze? Thanks
You sure can reuse it. Just use a clean container. Some years had the 5 year/100k mile antifreeze. If that applies to your vehicle and you over by time or mileage then I would say replace the antifreeze. Thanks for watching and for the question Jeran!
Is it possible to have coolant leaking from a bad oil cooler ?
For research could anybody show pictures of the failed part (bad seals/cracked housing/etc)
One more question mine is leaking water I put a pressure tester on the system and the bubbles are coming out from there do I have to do anything different because I don't want water to back up into the engine
Thank you, awesome video
Your welcome. Thanks for watching Wendy and make sure to subscribe
What would cause the coolant seal on this oil cooler to blow out twice? I replaced the seals and had the same issue again.
What actually caused the item to leak oil? Was it the rubber seal on the bottom? A crack somewhere? Where the cartridge hooks up to the cooler Etc. Just wondering in case I ever run into this problem if its possible to replace the seal or whatever failed instead of the whole assembly
+Goenitz Lopez Its hard to tell because you cant see it where its located while the engine is running to see exactly where on the cooler the leak is. The part comes as an assembly. I feel that it most likely is where the sections are ultrasonically welded together. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
+MotorCity Mechanic thank you for your reply
Goenitz Lopez Your welcome
Do you have to replace any gaskets for the intake? Or does everything just bolt back on?
Can be failure of this part that is causing oil in my antifreeze?
For sure and its the most likely cause. I recommend replacing it and then having the cooling system flushed multiple times to try and get all the oil residue out. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe
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Why is the upper intake manifold torqued to 89 in-lbs.? The intake has an imprint stating 7-9 nm. That equals to a maximum of 79 in-lbs.
The specs I mentioned are directly from the service info. I double checked and the same info.....89in/lbs (10 nm). I cant explain why the intake says one thing while the service info states otherwise.
If this cooler assembly fails(sensors), does it prevent the engine from turning over?
Nope....has no affect on the engine spinning over.
+MotorCity Mechanic so, I should be looking at the starter...crap. thanks
Very great info though, this is a life saver! I have no idea what we would do if you where not making these videos, So thanks for taking the time to do these! By the way, where is your shop? To bad you are not up here in the Northeast!
The dealership I work at is located just outside Augusta Georgia in a small town called Thomson. Just a bit south of you lol.
I had a question, when it comes to the point when its time to refill the coolant, do you bleed or purge the cooling system while engine is running? Or with the engine off? Thanks!
I bleed it with the engine off. That way your not dealing with hot coolant and risk getting burnt. Cold will work great. Then over the next few days in the morning after having driven in the day before.....recheck the level and add it needed until the level no longer changes. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe.
One more thing, I would like to see a similar video to the one you did on the replacing the alternator on the 3.6L Jeep Grand Cherokee, but instead, on a regular cherokee3.2L from 2014 to current because its a sideways front wheel drive Engine. How much harder is it to get to the Alternator or even just trying to change the Serpentine Belt? Thanks
@@MrJeran481 I will certainly keep it in mind as a possible future video.
I have a 2011Chrysler 200 3.6 2 month ago it overheated an took took it to pep boys they said it was the water pump. They charged me $580. I've driven it close to 200 miles. Yesterday when I left the house I got 2 blocks when my temperature went straight too hot. I pulled over called pep boys told them an had it towed there. They said it wasn't the water pump. That the leak was coming from either the lower radiator hose or the metal pipe under the lower intake that transfers the coolant from the passenger side to the drivers side of the car. But couldn't tell me which one for sure unless I agreed to pay 180. Labor to remove the lower intake. Depending if it was the hose or metal pipe the repair cost would be 300. - 600. I paid for the tow and towed it home. My neighbor offered to remove the intake and said when he removed the oil cooler a piece on the bottom was broke. I've watched your video and read comments on problems regarding to this part and none of them where caused from major coolant coming from the drivers side of the engine. Can you please give me some advice???
What would be a normal price to have this repair completed on a 2011 Dodge Avenger?
Possibly somewhere around $500 give or take. I thing the part is over $200 and then figure your labor......$500 is a good rough estimate in my opinion.
@@MotorCityMechanic Thank you! Debating on completing the repair myself. Thank you for the detailed videos!
Sorry, one more question. Does the replacement part have the oil leaking issue resolved or is this something that will need to be replaced again?
@@joshmarshall155 Typically the oil leak issues were on the 2014 versions. But it can happen from time to time on the older version. If you by it from Mopar it will be the latest revised verson.
Your welcome.
I have a 2015 town& country with 61k and my oil cooler is leaking. Would that be a recall. Thks
No recall on that repair. It might be a warranty items depending on the mileage of the vehicle. Otherwise nothing that has been recalled. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe
Hay, just wanted to ask, is the tourqe specs the same on the 3.2L? I will be doing this same repair but on the 3.2L
Everything is the same....no differences. Follow the steps in the video and you wont have any issues. Thanks for the question and make sure to subscribe
Is this same on a 2014 Challenger 3.6? how much does the Dodge dealership charge for the complete job?
It is the same basic engine so yes it will be the same part and basic procedure.....quick estimate.....$400.00 give or take a few. The part alone is have that price and then the labor on top of it brings it close to $400.00
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Stupid question probably but could a leaking oil cooler cause the motor to overheat?
I have seen the cooler leak coolant so that could cause an overheat. If its leaking oil then I would think the issue may be somewhere else. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe.
MotorCity Mechanic just a quick rundown on what is going on. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6 180,000 miles. My wife’s Jeep. A few weeks ago it started to run a little hotter than usual I looked under and around the motor and couldn’t find any leaks so I installed a new thermostat and housing. Worked great for about 2 weeks of so. Started running hot again noticed a leak around the water pump bolts so I installed a new water pump. Now it’s continuously running hot still no visible leaks pressure tested the cooling system and it has a leak. Radiator is not clogged up could it possibly be the oil cooler leaking? There is no coolant in the oil. I checked the oil and no water is on the dipstick. No water or smoke coming out the exhaust. Sorry for the long story but I’ve taken it to a few mechanics and everyone is stumped. Another note it running hot is about 235-240 degrees on the digital readout on the dashboard. No loss of power or hesitation at all. Again sorry for the long story but I’m about stumped myself I’m no full blown mechanic but I’m not exactly a amateur either. Thank you for responding to my comment any help or advice is greatly appreciated
Problem found leaking oil cooler plastic plug looking piece on the bottom of the housing was leaking only way to fix was to replace the whole oil filter housing
@@hunterevans1453 Thanks for the update Hunter.
So I replace the cooler assembly on my charger and now I have a knocking noise.. any help
Not sure what you might have done......did you let something fall down inside the intake runners? Otherwise I can only recommend that you go back over everything because the repair itself wont cause any issues unless you drop something down the intake runner and then it gets into the cylinder when the engine is running.
Im concerned .after having my oil changed at the dealer bought this used at a hyundai dealer. on my 3.6 pentastar,i noticed a little oil pooled up in the valley i now check my oil level daily and oil pressure. should this work be covered by my extended warranty. thanks.
+SuperWatson63 It depends....if want you can email me some info and I can check for you.....my email is david@motorcitymechanic.com . The info I need to check on the warranty is the VIN.....mileage....and last 4 letters of your last name. Email me and I will see if the cooler is covered under the Chrysler warranty. If a different brand of warranty than I wont be able to tell you. I can only check the manufacture normal warranties and their extended warranties.
How do you reset the oil pressure sensor code?
My 2014 chrysler town & country started to leak all the oil would it b from the oil housing
There is a good chance. Look down around where the oil filter cap is.....see if you see oil in that intake valley area. Also check on top of the trans where it bolts to the engine. These are both indications of a bad oil filter housing/cooler assembly. I good visual inspection should show you the cause. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe
all these engines are same ? dodge cry,jeep & chan ger 3.6 lit?
+Geo jeremy (BLUEHEAD) Evening. Yeah the 3.6 is used across all 4 lines.....Jeep, Chrysler, Ram, and Dodge. At this time its the go to engine. The removal of items are different from vehicle to vehicle. Its RWD in some vehicles and FWD in others.
Would be a better arrangement with an air to oil cooler out in front of radiator........
+Robert Simpson Then you would never have a problem with it lol. When they make things hard to get to then they fail.....when they put where its easy to access, no issues lol. I believe they have worked out the issues on the latest versions but the older ones are still out there in them time.
When is this going to become a recall. Obvious issue with 3.6L engines. What keeps the part from failing again? Say you're just outside your 3yr/ 36000 warranty. Is this something that will fail every 40K?
+B Black They have revised the part over time to address issues that have come up. That's one main reason why I always recommend OEM parts when available because if they see a number of failures....they will redesign the part to address the issue. I haven't seen any repeat failures so far. As far as a recall....its strange what falls into being recalls from time to time. I am sure that is a cause and reason as to what is recalled and what is not. Keep in mind that the Government regulates and monitors the same things that the manufactures come across as well and if they feel one is needed....it will happen. Its been a while now since I have seen this issue come into the shop but that doesn't mean that they are not out there. I do appreciate the comment and thanks for watching. Make sure to subscribe and have a safe Merry Christmas
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i have a challenger sxt 2014 My car has an oil leak and i was checking around the oil filter and clearly can see oil ..i dont not if i need to replace the oil cooler assembly?
I would make sure that the oring around the oil filter cap is okay and not torn. If okay....then the oil filter housing/cooler assembly will need to be replaced. Thanks for the question. Make sure to subscribe
i have some pict about it where i can send you
feel free to email them to david@motorcitymechanic.com
I need advise please.gene gorman auto had done a oil change on a DOdge Gd caravan 2014 3.6 li eng with 46 miles on it.after the oil change it started driping oil like a small leak in tap.I have poured 7 q of oil into the engine in 4-5 months.3 times i have been to the garage.All he did was cleaned it change oil filter o rings & gave back.So the leak it slow.But I had mentioned to him you cracked the oil filter housing.2 time around.# time he said it needs to replace & $475 cost to do that.Who is responsible for the expense? Where Can I buy this assembly less cost? What is the time taken to do the job? Please send some response. Thankyou VERY MUCH FOR POSTING THE VIDEO CLIP. GEORGE FROM pUNTA GORDA FLORIDA flimcity@aim.com