2017-2023 Chrysler Pacifica Coolant-Antifreeze Change

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  • Опубліковано 24 гру 2024

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  • @luissoto1749
    @luissoto1749 Рік тому +6

    The coolant cork valve is on the front right hidden by the lines but it does have a cork valve

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому +3

      Great, thanks for sharing.

    • @sloopjohnb.24
      @sloopjohnb.24 16 днів тому

      Id pay 1000 dollars for a picture of that. I could have saved hours

  • @unlucky1353
    @unlucky1353 Рік тому +9

    You should uae distilled water if you can when adding water to the system. You are introducing a lot of minerals into the closed system tap water or well water. The premix that you buy in store is made with distilled water.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому +2

      Good point, I used softened water but the premix fluids are probably an even better choice.

    • @tryinboy1925
      @tryinboy1925 Рік тому +3

      The water softening process adds some measure of sodium to the water, which I won't chance when a gallon of distilled water is less than two bucks.
      That's still cost effective compared to buying the same volume of pre-diluted that's currently $2 less.
      Helpful video. Thanks

  • @nashorn8485
    @nashorn8485 2 роки тому +7

    Thanks! Thank you for all your time and effort. I really appreciate your Pacifica videos. Let me buy you a beer.

  • @Mike_44
    @Mike_44 Рік тому +1

    Hey, I just replaced the radiator on my 2019 Pacifica yesterday. After taking the kids to school this morning, my cooling was boiling and the level of coolant was going up and down. I tried getting rid of the air in the system removing the expansion tank cap (letting the car run for 20 mins with the heater on max). However, someone on the forum told me there a bleeder port on top of the engine to rid the system of air. I don't know if I may have gotten rid of all the air in the system, will have to try that bleeder port next.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому

      After a few heat cycles, all the air should get to the expansion tank. Once the level is steady, the air is purged.

    • @Mike_44
      @Mike_44 Рік тому

      @@TheLawnEngineer I was concerned from I saw, since I don't want to overheat the motor. Researching more on the forums, someone mentioned to also partially open the coolant air bleeder port/screw to help purge the air. However, I don't think these 3rd generation of 3.6L V6 Penta Star have such port anymore. This morning, I removed the expansion tank cap with the engine On, heater on high for about 20 minutes and I think it got much better. I will try the same tomorrow with a big yellow funnel over the expansion tank, to reassure purging all the air out of the system. Thank you for the reply.

  • @patlyle2621
    @patlyle2621 Рік тому +1

    Great vids! I was a good mechanic pre computer cars! 74 years old. After watching I am sure I can do cop coils and plugs on my 2017 Pacifica. Starting to smell antifreeze now! 35000 miles.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому

      I’m glad that you are finding value in my videos. That is disappointing that you are already smelling coolant, at least you know what you are facing.

  • @RealBenRuiz
    @RealBenRuiz 2 місяці тому +1

    Chrysler said that it needs to be vacuum filled and the standard way as you did in the video. COnsidering this vid is 2 yrs old, did it work out. I just had to drain through the thermostat due to having to replace the pulley. I dont want to damage the engine. Please give me guidance

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  2 місяці тому

      Yes this worked for me. The vacuum method ensures that you remove all the air right away.
      With my method you have to through several heat cycles to “burp” the system and get the air out. You ah r to be careful during these cycles not to get too hot wi the air pockets still there.

  • @PaulDo22
    @PaulDo22 Рік тому +4

    Isn't using the hose tap water introducing minerals and contaminants that will corrode the radiator? Edit: I see you use "soft water" but isn't this still problematic?

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому +1

      The main problem with tap water is the hardness. When water is heated the minerals (mostly calcium) comes out of solution and plates the solid materials its in contact with. In this case it would be the inside of the radiator. Calcium is great insulator and will prevent proper heat transfer from the coolant to radiator material. This can cause high temperature variation and the resulting thermal stress can crack the radiator.
      Soft water removes much of these minerals but distilled water is better.

  • @marciejade1408
    @marciejade1408 Місяць тому +1

    After the flush, about how much total liquid(concentrate and water) did it fill up? Mine overheated today and I added half the container and it still isn’t showing in the fill line. No leaks I can see either.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Місяць тому

      It was just around 3 gallons. I would check out this video for your coolant leak Coolant Leak on Chrysler 3.6L Pentastar V6 - Oil filter/cooler housing
      ua-cam.com/video/0srcjv20u4I/v-deo.html
      Unfortunately this is a common problem.

  • @tryinboy1925
    @tryinboy1925 Рік тому +2

    Thanks!

  • @zjaz7061
    @zjaz7061 Рік тому +2

    Can someone walk us how to put jack stands under paci? I had challenge figuring out location where to place them on front

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому +2

      You have to place the jack stands under the front suspension arms. If you jack the vehicle up on the pinch welds, that is the only structurally sound place left. It's not ideal, ramps would be better. The problem with ramps is that the front end is so low that most hit the front bumper when driving up.

    • @zjaz7061
      @zjaz7061 Рік тому

      @@TheLawnEngineer thanks 👍

  • @alienprepper5918
    @alienprepper5918 2 роки тому +2

    I hadnt been able to change my own oil because its too low for my ramps. I never thought to put it on jack stands. You just saved me a bunch of money again.Thanks

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  2 роки тому +1

      I like ramps too but the chase for mpgs has made everything so low to the ground the won’t fit.
      They will work on my Jeep but I can roll under it without them 😆

    • @alienprepper5918
      @alienprepper5918 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheLawnEngineerIll use my trusty harbor freight jack stands.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  2 роки тому

      @@alienprepper5918 oh yeah gotta love the harbor

    • @Proc3000
      @Proc3000 2 роки тому +2

      I just jack the passanger side up a bit to change the oil.

    • @kurtstefaniak8507
      @kurtstefaniak8507 Рік тому +1

      Get the plastic 8 inch long ramps from Walmart..I use them easiest vehicular to do oil on is my pacifica

  • @kurtstefaniak8507
    @kurtstefaniak8507 Рік тому +2

    I'm wondering with all the issues with the 3.6 pentastar I just hade to remove replace my oil filter/cooler housing ..it was leaking like crazy .I used a dorman improved aluminum housing as the original plastic one is prone to warping and leaking coolant and oil and fillng the engine valley with both . it uses coolant as a catalyst to co the engine oil ..have you hade that issue

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому

      I have not had that problem but you are the second commenter who has experienced it. I’m thinking I should replace mine before it fails.
      Warmup and cool down cycles create high stresses in heat exchangers

    • @kurtstefaniak8507
      @kurtstefaniak8507 Рік тому +2

      From what I've read it's very common failure if not inevitable, I've seen posts on chrysler forums over it failing at as low as 20,000 mi.the dealer fix is to replace the seals only, and reinstall..as it will fail againe, then they will install the improved housing the 2nd time ..Dorman 926-959) also it's quite the project..the egrcooler upper/lower intake /fuel rails ,throlllebody airbox/etc all hase to come off ..and you'll need a nm/inch lb. Torque reach to reinstall everything ..also new oil and coolant temp sensors ..good info on your videos I appreciate your knowledge and input ..

  • @NickZrockandroll
    @NickZrockandroll 3 місяці тому +1

    Great info. Did / does your 2017 have an aluminum crossover coolant pipe? mine appears to be aluminum, though I see various years are made of the same type of plastic as the thermostat housing.

  • @cap0riz47
    @cap0riz47 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for this. Just replaced my coolant on my 2018 with 59000 miles after replacing the oil cooler. It's been a couple weeks now and I find myself having to fill the resevoir back up to the min line every week or so. I don't have any leaks or obvious resedue under the car or engine. Snake camera shows zero leaks under the new oil cooler.Thoughts on if this is just more air bubbles or something else?

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  5 місяців тому

      I suspect that it is just purging the last bits or air. Unfortunately these engines do occasionally have head gasket issues…if this keeps up you likely have a failed head gasket.

    • @cap0riz47
      @cap0riz47 4 місяці тому

      Thanks for the tip. I rented a gas combustion chemical tester for the coolant. I watched countless videos of people doing this and my test came back negative for exhaust detection. No bubbling in the reservoir either like some experience. So far I added somewhere near 1.8 gallons of coolant total which is what Chrysler says it holds. I am crossing fingers that I stop having to adding 2-3 oz of coolant every week to the reservoir.

  • @xiaoyulong5718
    @xiaoyulong5718 6 місяців тому +1

    May I aks how much coolant you drained out by removing the hose? Thanks

  • @zjaz7061
    @zjaz7061 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the video and effort. Is after market coolant ok to use? Is it 12106 compliant? Manual says to stick to factory... Other question is tap water ok to use?

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому +2

      If you ask the aftermarket coolant manufacturer’s they say it’s not a problem 🙃. I changed it again recently when I replaced the oil filter housing. That time I used Mopar purple that Oreilly carried. They have a pretty good selection of OEM compliant coolants. My tap water is softened, the key is low hardness.
      All that said, most all aftermarket coolant manufacturers have adapted their formulas to work with almost all OEM coolants. I have not come across any coolant problems for quite some time…even in the past was usually because it wasn’t touched for 20 years not because it was changed.

    • @steved8714
      @steved8714 Рік тому

      Do not use tap water of any sort, it almost always carry’s minerals that you don’t want in your engine. The cost of distilled water is so low, just use that

  • @kurtstefaniak8507
    @kurtstefaniak8507 Рік тому +2

    There a petcock drain on the back of the radiator btw ..

  • @Scjrod
    @Scjrod 8 місяців тому +1

    Hello and thank you for your videos. My 2017 Pacifica just had a huge leak with the Oil Cooler housing after I accelerated all of a sudden and I had it replaced. The tech used Land Rover XLC Coolant LRN2279 and said he uses it on other vehicles. I wanted to get your opinion on this coolant? I’ve been driving the car for a few days but today I seemed to smell a burnt smell coming from under the hood. I am now wondering if this coolant could cause any issues. The temperature reader on the dash goes up to 1 bar below the middle. Thank you in advance! I’m not sure if you have done motor mount replacements but the tech said I needed that done too.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  8 місяців тому

      That coolant is used in Chrysler vehicles so it shouldn’t be a problem. Your temperature sounds perfect.
      A bad coolant won’t cause a leak that quickly. Mixing non compatible coolant was cause buildup and possible blockages in the internals.
      How long ago was the job done? The smell might be from the previous leak. It will take a bit for that to completely go away.

    • @Scjrod
      @Scjrod 8 місяців тому

      Thanks for confirming this coolant is ok. The leak happened about 1-2 weeks ago. The entire coolant tank was empty and car had a little smoke with coolant drained onto the floor. I tried adding water but it would just leak out the bottom of the car within a few minutes. I left it untouched after towing it to my house. The tech showed me the leak was coming from the left side of the oil filter housing piece you replaced. He purchased a plastic one from the dealer and replaced it last Friday so I’ve been driving the vehicle for a few days now. I am also not sure if he cleaned up the inside around the oil cooler housing since that had a lot of water/fluid too…

  • @jamespalmer4945
    @jamespalmer4945 2 місяці тому +1

    Have you had to change the oil cooler yet?

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Місяць тому

      Of course, how did you know =) ua-cam.com/video/GauBMDckIKE/v-deo.html

  • @Hemidakota
    @Hemidakota Рік тому +1

    Body shields are designed for eliminating road noise.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому

      I am not a fan of road noise, so I’m glad I keep putting it back on.

    • @bsanks5346
      @bsanks5346 Рік тому

      Shields are for aero, protecting components behind them ( splash or road grit), or nvh, or all of the above. It depends on the location and design intent. The front shield on Pacifica will have some noise properties but it is definitely great for aero with the 34 mpg these vans can achieve highway.

  • @austin_robindarby
    @austin_robindarby Рік тому +1

    Great video , very informative. What kind of antifreeze did you use?

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому +2

      Thank you.
      I used Prestone. Oreilly carries that line with all the different OEM mixes. I went with Mopar purple even though Chrysler is listed as Orange. I dug into it a bit and it sounds like some shipped with orange and others with purple. Anyway, purple came out when and I drained it so I put purple back in. The color does change over time to a reddish purple.

    • @austin_robindarby
      @austin_robindarby Рік тому

      @@TheLawnEngineer Thank you!

    • @downintheshed2449
      @downintheshed2449 Рік тому

      I'd recommend using the oat formula 50 50 mix from Mopar. I don't use oem parts all the time but when it comes to the family hauler oem or better is the way

  • @jmc6940
    @jmc6940 2 роки тому +1

    What does the new coolant look like when compared to old coolant.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  2 роки тому +1

      New Mopar coolant is a light purple. While in use it turns reddish.
      I went with a universal fluid. I thought it would be the light red/pink but it was green.

    • @bsanks5346
      @bsanks5346 Рік тому

      @@TheLawnEngineer I think I saw the van is missing from your garage now and sold. But there are many cautions online forums about only using the Chrysler OAT orange compatible coolants, due to universal fluids having some potential interaction with gaskets ( particularly high mileage engines) and causing leaks. I don't know if fact or fiction but there is a lot of chatter about using universal fluids, would be curious if you had any ill effects.

  • @xj1911
    @xj1911 2 роки тому +4

    You're just using tap water? I use distilled water in all my mixes. Too much crap in tap water to make me feel safe about it.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  2 роки тому +2

      I am using softened water but I agree distilled is the best.
      Considering that most people never change their coolant, I’m ok with softened water but I respect everyone’s right to choose.

  • @NashMustang
    @NashMustang Рік тому +1

    It's should be after filling up new intifreez coolant open little cap over big house to move all air in coolant system cycle around, thanks for video.😊

  • @short5stick
    @short5stick 6 місяців тому

    what's the ticking sound from the engen?

  • @agnesxie3158
    @agnesxie3158 Рік тому +1

    You gave me the courage to buy more than 100,000 miles of minivan.❤❤

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому

      Knowledge is power, good job on taking the maintenance of a vehicle into your hands.

  • @GunzNGearz
    @GunzNGearz 5 місяців тому +1

    Good Pacifica vida what kind of coolant did you use?

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  5 місяців тому

      It’s a OAT coolant, it’s available at most auto parts stores. The Chrysler stuff start out purple/reddish.

  • @ssameerrafique
    @ssameerrafique Рік тому +1

    Great video keep it up

  • @hchami1349
    @hchami1349 2 роки тому +2

    This video is good, but I take it to my local oil shop, they have a machine that changes the coolant in 10 minutes, only 80 dollars, beats having to do all this myself

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for checking in. Yes, sometimes the value in a video is showing that its not worth doing a diy =).

    • @alienprepper5918
      @alienprepper5918 Рік тому +2

      I wouldn't trust any oil shop to do anything.

  • @weekendhomeprojects
    @weekendhomeprojects 2 роки тому +1

    Gotta know this stuff - Nice video!

  • @patlyle2621
    @patlyle2621 Рік тому +1

    Some vid on UA-cam showed how to mark & also use your oil dipstick as a trans dipstick. Watched your videos may do my trans. I have a lift I used on my muscle cars up to 2 years ago so that will make it easy enough. May do a flush. YOU HAVE AWAKENED ME.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому

      I’ll have to look into that dipstick method 👍. Thanks for checking in and happy wrenching.

  • @yasirfarooq1789
    @yasirfarooq1789 Рік тому +1

    Good job done

  • @chadjenner8971
    @chadjenner8971 Рік тому +4

    SAFETY!!!!! Please chaulk your rear tires. That's a front wheel drive vehicle meaning your rear tires will just spin.. you don't want to just rely on your e-brake

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому

      Good safety observation, thanks for sharing.

    • @pyrozx6r381
      @pyrozx6r381 Рік тому +1

      Most pacifica's have electronic emergency brakes that engage automatically when in park

    • @bsanks5346
      @bsanks5346 Рік тому

      Chock?

  • @TuffHaeTuff
    @TuffHaeTuff 7 місяців тому

    Do you still have this car?

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  7 місяців тому +1

      No, I had enough and sold it to Carvana when used prices were high.

    • @TuffHaeTuff
      @TuffHaeTuff 7 місяців тому

      @@TheLawnEngineer i am not getting a decent price. I have the same 2017 touring and dealer is giving 9.5k

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  7 місяців тому

      @@TuffHaeTuff That stinks, have you tried Caravan or Vroom? I've used both and always get more than local dealers. Video here: ua-cam.com/video/uVVmixo4Sow/v-deo.html

  • @ccgrider1014
    @ccgrider1014 10 місяців тому +1

    Good video, But I must say that using tap water is NOT a good idea, distilled water is the way to go, and an extra empty coolant jug...you can mix 2 gallons of 50/50 coolant for less than premix.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  10 місяців тому

      Yes I forgot to mention I have softened water but distilled is best.

    • @xXFirstHandGamerMatt
      @xXFirstHandGamerMatt 10 місяців тому +1

      I'm an ASE Certified technician and can attest that most shops mix tap water with their coolant

    • @ccgrider1014
      @ccgrider1014 10 місяців тому +1

      @@xXFirstHandGamerMatt and probably more water than coolant...

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  10 місяців тому

      That was my understanding, thanks for confirming.

    • @xXFirstHandGamerMatt
      @xXFirstHandGamerMatt 10 місяців тому

      At least the places I've been at it's always been 50 50, or as close to that as possible. Say you're using a washer fluid gallon jug it's hard to get it perfect.

  • @ilirgolloshi8965
    @ilirgolloshi8965 Рік тому +2

    That doesnt look like OAT type of antifreeze.

  • @downintheshed2449
    @downintheshed2449 Рік тому +2

    Love that your using amsoil! STAY AWAY FROM A CHEAP OIL FILTER! Never Fram just trash filters. Use the amsoil one or Mopar one. But imo stick with the chrysler oat coolant brand only. Also don't forget the brake fluid use the amsoil for that as well.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  Рік тому +1

      Great advice, thanks for checking in.

    • @downintheshed2449
      @downintheshed2449 Рік тому +1

      @TheLawnEngineer we own a 2018 and have been through a ton of issue but for some reason we love our van. Just found a oil Leak on the back head gasket so that's next. We just had a new warranty Trans install 5 months ago. I tried your Trans relearn process and it did absolutely nothing for us. Even showed it to the dealer they laughed of course and said it don't work. If it works for you and others that's great though. Amsoil is top notch fluids and filters. I have used since we had 300 miles on the dash I use Mopar coolant but brake and oil is amsoil. Just did a full brake fluid change I recommend this if you have and do it every 30k. Our factory fluid got burnt rather fast and turned black.

    • @downintheshed2449
      @downintheshed2449 Рік тому +1

      Reason to use the amsoil filters is they last as long as there oil and will cover a issue if it's engine oil related and your warranty won't. I spoke to a car that said they will infact cover a full engine replacement if any of there products fail and is proven its there fault. Not sure if your a member but join amsoil get the discount I am about to become a dealer my self. I enjoy your videos man Thanks again

  • @michaelsanders9506
    @michaelsanders9506 Рік тому +1

    The easiest way come on turn The wretched by hand. No power tools haha

  • @medjoolmaker
    @medjoolmaker 2 роки тому +2

    Wow 👍👍

  • @ibsphones
    @ibsphones 3 місяці тому +1

    Omg omg omg people please only use mopar 10 year PURPLE coolant. If you buy concentrate then dont use tap water but go to walmart and buy the distilled gallon bottle that costs 1$/ gallon. You will rust out your system and mess it up.

    • @TheLawnEngineer
      @TheLawnEngineer  3 місяці тому

      I would never discourage someone from using the OEM coolant.

  • @steveferguson3962
    @steveferguson3962 Рік тому +1

    Thanks!