How do you tell if you have a 0331 head?
To find out which 0331 you have, shine a light down in the oil filler cap and look at the surface of the head between the #3 and #4 cylinders. Below is a pic another member here posted a while back of an original 0331 on the left, and a Clearwater 0331 on the right.
What is the most common cause for a cylinder head to crack?
The most common reason for cylinder head failure is overheating caused by coolant loss, head gasket failure or restricted flow of coolant. In extreme cases a cracked or damaged cylinder head can result in terminal damage to the entire engine.
Where on the cylinder head are cracks most likely to occur?
The cracks typically form where stresses are highest, which is often between the valve seats. Some heads, such as Ford 2.9L V6 and Escort 1.6L heads, are notorious for cracking.
How do you check the cylinder head for crack and warp?
To tell if a cylinder head is warped, check the area between the head and the gasket. The two parts should be flush. If they are not, you have a warped head. Alternatively, you can check the straightness of the head using a square.
Can you drive with a cracked cylinder head?
Can you drive a car with a cracked cylinder head? While you can drive with a cracked engine part, it’s important to note that doing so is just like driving with any other issue. It will get worse and worse over time if you continue to drive without dealing with the problem.
How do I know if I have a 4.0 Jeep engine?
The digits of the code identify:
- 1st Digit-The year (8 = 1998).
- 2nd & 3rd Digits-The month (01 – 12).
- 4th & 5th Digits-The engine type/fuel system/compression ratio (MX = A 4.0 Liter (242 CID) 8.7:1 compression ratio engine with a multi-point fuel injection system).
- 6th & 7th Digits-The day of engine build (01 – 31).
How do you tell if you have a cracked head or blown head gasket?
There is an easy way to find out if your engine’s head gasket has blown. Simply check under the oil filler cap. If the gasket is not damaged, the inside of the oil cap will be mostly dry. If you discover a milky brownish-yellow substance that is similar to the thickness of a milkshake, you probably have a gasket leak.
Can you fix a cracked cylinder head?
A good garage should be able to repair and recondition a cylinder head from as little as $75, but it can also cost hundreds of dollars to do the same job. This will depend on the value of the cylinder head and the price you are quoted to repair it if it develops a crack or stops working as effectively as it should.
What does a cracked head sound like?
If the head gasket fails in such a way it allows the compressed air/fuel to escape, the compression of that cylinder is reduced. This loss of compression results in a rough running engine and a notable reduction in engine power. This sort of failure typically is accompanied by a sound like an exhaust leak.
Are all Jeep 4.0 heads the same?
Not so! The heads will swap mechanically, so they’ll bolt right up to the block (the 258 and 242ci heads, 1975 and later, use the same screw pattern and can use much the same gasket.) Yes, the 0331 head (1999-2006) will have the coil rail bosses that the previous heads will not.
How can you tell the difference between a blown head gasket and a cracked head?
When a block is cracked, you can expect a poor running engine, smoke from under the hood, and of course, a loss of oil or coolant from the crack. A blown head gasket is much more common. Your engine is separated into two main parts, the block, and the head, or heads depending on the layout of the cylinders.
What does WJ mean Jeep?
Grand Cherokee
WJ: Grand Cherokee 1999 – 2004. ZJ: Grand Cherokee 1993 – 1998. KK: Liberty 2008 – 2013.