I have a 2007 Jeep Gr. Cherokee V6 3.7L that doesn't want to start when the engine is warm. It's never an issue when the engine is cold but when I drive it for a minimum of 15 minutes or so and then I turn off the engine, I can't restart it immediately.
I have to wait 5, 15, 20, 30 mins. (it varies) The warmer it is the longer I have to wait. During the winter months it's not much of an issue because it's cold outside. The sound that it does when I tried to start it after the engine being warm is like an engine misfiring then I stop it so I won't damage anything. It's consistent, it does it every time I turn off the engine and I try to re-start it while still warm. Occasionally it will start after a second try but most of the time when the
engine is warm enough and the temperature is over 50 degrees F or so then I really have to wait 10- 15 mins or more. Example: if I go get gas then stop the engine and try to start it after I'm done putting gas then I'll have to wait. If I drive it for a few hours then stop the engine then I will have to wait longer before re-starting it. A real PITA. A mechanic thought it was the starter so he replaced it. I had told him I was doubtful but we decided to replace it anyway. It didn't fix the
issue. I'm guessing that it is a sensor issue and it's a common problem for 2007 Jeep like mine. Jeep has 132000 mi which should not be an issue. I have noticed a few times that a warning saying" Transmission over temp" after turning the keys off. Its very brief and have to pay attention to catch it. There is not check engine light. I doubt that the transmission gets hot within 20 minutes of driving in town at 30 to 40 MPH. The oil transmission level is fine.
There must be a mechanic
specialized in Jeeps that knows about this particular issue and I don't think I have go through a process of elimination to pin point the issue. Waiting to hear from someone that knows about this specific issue. I live in Illinois, NW of Chicago to give you an idea of the temperature. Thank you in advance for any advice you may send my way.
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My 2016 Jeep Cherokee overheating light came on
yesterday. Engine was not overheated. It was 17
degrees out.
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This is so infuriating! My Jeep Cherokee keeps overheating! It happens after only a few minutes of driving. Then, I have to pull over and wait for it to cool down. Why does my Jeep keep overheating?
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Uh oh! I’m so sorry to hear your Jeep is having trouble with overheating. If your Jeep Cherokee is overheating, it’s probably a coolant leak.
Most of the time, overheating is caused by a leak somewhere in the coolant system, such as in the water pump, radiator, or one of the hoses. If you notice that your coolant fluid is low, this is almost certainly the cause.
Top off your coolant fluid and drive directly to a mechanic to have the leak fixed.
If your coolant fluid is at a normal level, you’re probably dealing with a different issue. Some of the other common causes of Jeep Cherokee overheating include:
Broken radiator fan
Broken thermostat
Oil too low
Plugged up heater core
Whatever the cause, you’ll need to have a mechanic repair it immediately. Overheating is a serious issue that can damage (or even total) cars very quickly.
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