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1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Repair Question


Topics covered: Freeze plug, Engine, Radiator.
Mileage: 187,000 miles.

Asked on February 23, 2011

Laredo

My jeep started pouring water out of the radiator. I was told it was the freeze plug. I need to know what kind of tool this will take to remove and replace it. Thanks
Avatar Asked by feliciapulliam

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Replied on February 23, 2011

A freeze plug is a steel plug that is pressed into a round hole in the block. they rust out from the inside. They are changed by simply punching a hole in them and prying them out with a large screwdriver. The big issue is getting access to them. Some are easily accessible and some require going as far as removing the engine.

Tiny Answered by Wrenchtech (expert)
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