2001 jeep grand cherokee head gasket replacement

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How do you tell if my Jeep has a blown head gasket?
How many labor hours does it take to replace a head gasket?
Can I drive my jeep with a blown head gasket?

1999-2001 CHEROKEE 4.0L 242CID L6 OHV, (12 VALVE), VIN CODE "S"

1999-2003 GRAND CHEROKEE 4.0L 242CID L6 OHV, (12 VALVE), VIN CODE "S"

1999-2003 TJ 4.0L 242CID L6 OHV, (12 VALVE), VIN CODE "S"

1999-2003 WRANGLER 4.0L 242CID L6 OHV, (12 VALVE), VIN CODE "S, V"

How do you tell if my Jeep has a blown head gasket?

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 many labor hours does it take to replace a head gasket?

For starters, most head gasket jobs require 3-8 hours depending on the how your car is built and what the disassembly and reassembly procedure is. This labor cost is where most of the expense come from for your head gasket job. On top of the labor costs, you have to add on the replacement parts required for the job.

Can I drive my jeep with a blown head gasket?

Blown your head gasket? Keep driving with a blown head gasket and it will inevitably lead to further car trouble. K-Seal can stop the problem in its tracks, before it's too late. Technically you can drive with a blown head gasket, but we'd always advise against it.

jeep grand cherokee head gasket replacement