1999 Jeep Cherokee

1999 JEEP CHEROKEE
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LARRY E
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Engine Cooling problem
1999 Jeep Cherokee V8

When I slow down or stop the heat light indicator goes up to 200. Once I start again the temperature
lght goes down.

Please tell me why?
Jun 2, 2010 at 3:29 PM
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BLACKOP555
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when your moving the engine is at a higher rpm so the water pump is circulating more and the fan is turning faster. if its having a issue when stopping it could be that the fans wearing out, the other fan isnt coming on or that the fan shroud may be cracked.
Jun 3, 2010 at 12:21 PM
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