Is your 2004 Dodge Durango overheating

Dodge Durango options to get temperature back to normal.

[@jimschneider1123]

My son has a 2005 Durango 4.7 and I battled an overheating problem for months. The front air deflector was missing a large piece so I replaced it and that wasn't it. It turned out to be that radiator, large crack on the front upper side of the tank adjacent to the upper hose. Replaced the rad, hoses, thermo, clamps and new coolant. She is a happy truck now.

[@gedungisphoopnuchle9121]

Thank you! Troubleshooting is a tough task and every last bit of information is helpful!👍👍

[@bmh183]

Also check if there is air in the system. Take that allan bolt on the top hose out and radiator cap off. Run the truck until no air bubbles come out of where that Allan bolt was. If there is air I. The coolant system it will keep the coolant from circulating properly

[@AtiyaBox]

We never considered the fan... Wow!! Thank you

[@flameball87]

Did it fix your issue?

[@EJBrady-pi2th]

I had the same problem with my 04 Durango. Started with the three steps you did, then changed the coolant temp sensor. Still had problems on hot summer days, so I swapped out the Radiator. Single core radiator in these 4.7's is vastly undersized. So, bigger radiator, and largest clutch fan I could find (I believe a heavy duty for a 5.7 Hemi) and no problems at all. That was almost two years ago.

[@defentertainment1]

Would you happen to have the part number for that radiator

[@Firebvalles91]

Great video brother. We have and 06 5.7 and it started over heating when were going on a long trip. I initially thought it was the thermostat and had it changed on the way. The problem continued and we turned back. I went to my regular mechanic and he changed the fan clutch. It is a common problem with this model.

[@clintdavis8200]

I have a 04 Dodge ram with a 5.7 hemi and when I go on long trips it says that it's overheating as I'm driving but I never ever have to add any fluids would you have in that same problem? And get changing the clutch fan fix it? And thank you sir for the video

[@cakesthatrock]

I want to thank you for the video!! My 04, 4.7 only overheats in the summer when I drive in traffic. Does not overheat as bad when I am on the highway or not stopping and starting a lot ( idling).

[@davidhaffner7752]

been through exactly this and was even advised new fan clutch. ended up the new thermostat was faulty. it's HUGE to clear all air in the system. this I found to be the major issue and took several times to get it done.

[@jamierincon828]

we have been going crazy trying to figure out why my truck is overheating. thank you for the tip. never thought about the fan! going to check that out asap!

[@flameball87]

Did it fix your issue?

[@jamierincon828]

@@flameball87 ended up being a plug of some sort or sensor I can’t remember lol but it was to far in the engine for us to fix we ended up trading it for a new vehicle 😊

[@StevenHanover]

​@@jamierincon828wow you got scammed at least youre happy?

[@bigdaddy5150sh71]

Great video! Thanks I'm replacing my radiator today and didn't know where the thermostat was. Very helpful.

[@6honeypearl]

thank you :)... I just don't drive my Durango in the middle of traffic to avoid overheating. But this is a good-to-knowing tips for RT as well.

[@cezz1105]

😍

[@MartinJohnson-cz1fy]

What good is a vehicle if you can't even drive it in traffic?

[@skynutz]

Thanks brother i hope this works for me this week

[@kian13e]

Carl, I had the same problem with my 1999 Durango. It would just shut off with out any warning. Once I switched out the pcm it ran great.

[@MartinJohnson-cz1fy]

You mean it wasn't even over heating ? That should of been a warning ⚠️

[@allfe]

there is a block check you can do if its a head gasket

[@karenscrivano9287]

My Daughters Durango oil light comes on when she excelarates and it never shows if it's hot. I sent her this video. Thank you for sharing ♡

[@byronwild2865]

What if it's not the thermostat, and it's the hose from the radiator it's leaks. What do I do In that situation

[@richardrivera3024]

Thanks, I also am having overheating issues with the same model Durango. Bought the thermostat and about to change it out.

[@TortureBot]

Well, changed my thermostat, nope. Burped it as best I could, nope. Installed a new coolant temp sensor, nope. Now it's either the clutch fan or the radiator, lol. My boss has the same engine in his Dakota (mine is a Durango), with 110,000 miles (I have only 108,000). He had the same issues. Installed a new thermostat and nothing. Then he bought a new radiator from 1800radiator and installed it himself ($159) and has had no issues since.

[@TortureBot]

Yeah follow-up here almost a year after my last reply. (WARNING! Novel follows!) Didn't solve the issue for months, but then started getting a cylinder #4 misfire code being thrown each morning after cranking up and pulling out for work. Changed all the spark plugs and noticed old #4 plug did look more worn than the other 7. AND I checked the coil packs with a meter to make sure they were in spec and when I replaced them, swapped #4 pack for #1. Misfire disappeared for 3 weeks but then came back on same #4 cylinder. Removed #4's fuel injector and noticed although it was in spec when checked with a meter, it did have a crack in the plastic housing (which I have read is common and not always a sign of a malfunctioning injector), but I replaced it with a brand new one anyway. Misfire returned in less than 2 days on same cylinder #4. After reading online about the big plastic cowl between the windshield and hood being defective (bad seal and water routing) I decided maybe I had water getting into the plug wells affecting the packs and plugs. (There was noticeable rust and some slight moisture when I removed packs and changed plugs.) So I went and ordered a $140 redesigned cowl from the local Dodge dealership. (Talked them down to $120 since I told them I could get it online for that.) Although it looks much better (old one had a badly damaged seal and a crack where a bolt was), and it has a larger seal and SLIGHTLY redesigned routing for excess water, there is STILL water ending up running on top of my engine and over the intake and towards plug wells. Way to go Dodge! They even have new seals on any coil packs you buy from them to address the water getting into wells problem (this is in addition to the normal O-Rings). But I digress. Getting back to my overheating issue. After considering buying an entire new set of coil packs online from a different manufacturer which include the new additional seals for only about $70 for all 8 (Autozone charges about $40 per coil pack, and I don't even want to know the cost of a pack from Dodge!), and new RECOMMENDED original model Champion plugs (yep, I went cheap and got Autolites, which were same as I installed 50,000 miles ago with zero obvious issues), I decided to park my Durango while we vacationed at the beach and tackle those replacements, AND go ahead and spring for that $159 radiator from 1800radiator my boss told me about a year ago, upon our return from vacation. Got back, replaced the radiator first with new hoses after a complete flush and removal of old rad and hoses. Refilled with 50/50 and burped the system. For the first time in 3 years since I let a local auto repair shop flush my radiator I once again was seeing the temp gauge stay below 1/2 the whole time! I couldn't make it overheat! New radiator was just the trick! ... Fast forward 2 weeks ... came home from work thinking about ordering the new coil packs and plugs to again chase the misfire since cooling was once right again, and as I am parking, I notice my temp gauge climbing slowly. I sit there idling as it goes up, up to about 3/4. What??? Get out and start troubleshooting. No apparent coolant loss, no leaks, clutch fan is acting right, coolant is flowing. What the heck? Notice there is a very small splatter of coolant on the air filter box which appears like it spewed from the radiator cap. Pressure release? Maybe the cap is bad since it's 12 years old. Buy new one with pressure release valve. Overheating issue remains although only a problem on longer drives or while idling for a bit. Over the next day or so I continue to try to solve the issue. Start noticing in the mornings when I first crank up I get some smoke from tailpipe for 1-2 minutes. Condensation? No apparent coolant loss yet? Then over next week smoke takes longer to dissipate (5-6 minutes after cold start), cooling system seems to be losing SLIGHT amount every 2 days or so, cooling system pressure seems really high (upper hose hard as a rock!), and continue to have a misfire (assuming cylinder #4, stopped scanning & resetting the darned thing!). Finally break down and borrow a block tester from AutoZone under their loaner tool program. (Chemical test that changes from Blue to Yellow when gases from radiator are drawn in confirming combustion gases getting into cooling system, AKA BLOWN HEAD GASKET, warped head, cracked head/block, etc.). Watch as chemical changes to something resembling a urine sample. Oh JOY! NOT! Seems the 3 years I dealt with the engine slightly overheating on hot days or on longer than 30 mile drives must have taken it's toll, probably before I got the new radiator installed. So I go to a mechanic prepared to pay $1200-1600 or more for the heads being removed, shaved, and replaced along with a new gasket just to have him tell me I should go buy some Blue Devil Head Gasket Sealant for about $65 since the Durango is still running fairly well. I'm like he's actually turning down the job and recommending the stuff so many people claim will clog up your rad, heater core, etc.? He said it usually works. Same thing the AutoZone kid told me. Says every bottle he has sold has fixed the car the customer had with zero complaints. And it comes with a money back guarantee. Kid said come back for a full refund if it doesn't work. So as I type this I am staring at some antifreeze, a $65 bottle of Blue Devil, a kit to bypass my heater core (just in case it could clog it up, as per recommendation from previous happy users of the product), and a new thermostat, since the bottle actually says to REMOVE the thermostat before the process and install a NEW one afterwards. So basically figure that into the cost along with antifreeze, (and chemical flush if you follow their instructions to the letter), since draining of everything, flushing, and refilling with water then adding the product, is required before installing the new thermostat afterwards and refilling with 50/50, as well. As Rocky told Adrian, "Wish me luck, I'm gonna need it."

[@heyitschinoable]

+TortureBot So what ended up happening? ?? My 03 Durango with 4.7l just keeps overheating, clutch fan good, no coolant leaks but i have a phantom coolant loss.

[@TortureBot]

+heyitschinoable I finished using the Blue Devil product Tuesday afternoon and let the Durango sit for a day. I have been driving it since Wednesday to and from work with no apparent problems. It has not overheated at all and the coolant level is staying where it is. I have not seen one bit of white smoke since the process and the check engine light turned itself off within 2 days (from a cylinder #4 misfire). It is Sunday now and I have put about 170 miles on it and it's holding strong so far. Knock on wood!

[@heyitschinoable]

+TortureBot wow sounds good, my Durango is stressing me out cnt figure out why iys over heating

[@TortureBot]

+heyitschinoable mine ran great from 2004 to about 2013 when I let a local auto repair place do a flush of the radiator. Whatever they did clogged my radiator so bad that I could no longer depend on it to go on long trips and even on hot days it would try to overheat some. I definitely think the new radiator cured the overheating problems when I installed it, but I believe the few times that it had overheated damaged the head gasket and that's why a couple of weeks after replacing the radiator I needed to use the Blue Devil. It may be likely that the flow of coolant increased so much with a new radiator that it caused the gasket to leak worse and started making the problem with the white smoke and loss of coolant more noticeable. I do believe that the coolant was leaking before the new radiator but since the coolant flow was not as good it was simply causing a misfire at first. I will reply to this again in the future and tell you if the Blue Devil is still lasting.

[@lizflugel2284]

After a pressure check on mine, it turned out that the two hoses going into the heater block were leaking since they are crimped in place and over time (and rough country roads) the crimps loosen up.

[@jesusrosales3671]

I had the same overheating problem new radiator new hose new thermostat but nothing worked so i used the old thermostat and drill holes around it no more overheating runs grate

[@jesusrosales3671]

Smoke check passes very good

[@JKRRacing]

Thanks got a 2000 Dodge Dakota that wife says is overheating good pointers can't wait to tackle the problem.

[@danieltucker8837]

5.7 thermostat is on top hose

[@Poiqtube]

Thank you. My 2004 overheats when I go up steep hills on hot days. Other times it drives fine. Problem started after an air filter was changed during oil change. Maybe not related but it is stuck in my head now. Until I can afford to get it fixed I turn the heater on high going up the hill and that stops it from overheating. But after the heater is off I can hear the fan run for just a short while then turn off. So I think the problem is with the thermostat or fan.

[@haiderhisham9151]

Sir, I have the same issue on my 2007 Durango, could you please advice how did you solve it?

[@bighz4035]

Approciate that I started the same way

[@eliasromero7853]

What is the hose that connects to the oil cap thing name??

[@slamminursister6905]

On mine as we speak I'm repairing it the auxiliary water pump that controls the rear heat on mine dunno if u have that luxury but if you do check that out it will mess up your engine if it's spluring out antifreeze or if it's leaking in general and also check the hoses underneath the passenger wheel might have to take off the black cover but that's usually the problems with dodge durangos

[@heyitschinoable]

had to replace that on mine too as it was leaking a bit

[@TortureBot]

The hilarious thing is, I don't have rear heat but the same electric pump is on my model, a 2004 with a 4.7 and the pump is used to help circulate coolant through the front heater core at low RPMs. Mine has a very small drip that forms sometimes but it's not losing any noticeable coolant. I think the seals are gone in it and I will eventually replace it but it is $150 from the dealer but you can find it on eBay sometimes for about $90-$100. I have heard you can bypass it completely but the coolant flow through the heater core will not be like it should and your heat will not get very hot.

[@MartinJohnson-cz1fy]

What the heck is dunno ? Oh I see the hip hop rap crap language of the 1990... 2020 .. right

[@djham4987]

bypass hose being blocked would only come into play when the thermostat is closed

[@VItimmyy]

Mine was doing the same thing 05 though. My mechanic said there was a note added on his computer saying to check the temp sensor and if you see no issues replace it. Sounds dumb but that's what it said and the wire harness for the temp sensor replace and then re flash the ecm.

[@maliaika8610]

Did this fix your problem?

[@jasonsizemore8374]

Have fun matrixmad replacing that explorers transmissions every 50,000 miles explorers suc. My 05 4.7 durango sittin on 250,000 and still driving good as a new one....🤣🤣

[@EliteSniperFMJ]

Had a over heating issue, and a leak. I pressure tested the system (unessairy because of the coolant loss) but that told me it was a leak; Had a recently replaced radiator cap...What was the problem??? Aux. Water pump its located under the breather box 2 hoses going to it one on the top one on the side and a electrical connector on the bottom it was about $140 for part from dealer. about 15 minutes to install (take out breather to save time and struggle, also have a drip pan and 1 gal. coolant

[@julioguerra5500]

Thank you so much

[@captainobvious5993]

Did you blow the head gasket by driving it home while it was overheating

[@UrbanSoundStudio]

Thanks your video was helpful.

[@janmcdonald6312]

I HAVE 2004 DODGE DURANGO 4WD, ONE I HAVE NO HEAT AND MY TEMP THAT WAS RUNNING NORMAL IS RUNNING HOT EVEN JUST AFTER A SHORT AMOUNT OF DRIVING. ANY IDEAS?

[@JerameyDonathan]

Jan McDonald thermostat

[@DGonUT]

turn off caps lock Thermostat and dump the coolant

[@markk3652]

Water pump impeller rusted away, not enough coolant flow in system.

[@mikecastleberry9671]

Engine Ice and 180 t sat

[@trellbell35]

?

[@158mollie]

Yes. I guess your friend helped u.I have 01 4.7 dakota & must be the same thermostat in it still runs cool but b4 summer im going to change it.got twin air intake filters on mine gain 5 HP & just started using better gas plus 89 gas.truck getting older but looks great c video.thanks for the video

[@Madcracka]

I have an 06 with a 4.7 and the same type of problem, but my water pump was leaking so I replaced that and I might as well replace the thermostat since everything is taken out. Put coolant back in there and ran it for a while started overheating again.

[@andym8139]

I'm losing my mind on these trucks! I recently picked up an 05 with the 4.7 and the oil dip stick is missing or not installed? Where is it on these cars? I have a spot next tot he trans dip stick for it, but it has a plug on it. I see its missing in this video also. How the heck do you check the oil level on these things!

[@TortureBot]

Noticed mine is tight as heck. Maybe your loop broke off and left the rest of the dipstick (including 2 O-Rings they have on them) jammed into the tube.

[@enriquehidalgo4509]

Thanks 🙏🙏

[@RyZeN37]

I have the same problem with my 2004 dodge Durango 4.7 v8 and the fan is turning just fine I dont know what else it could be, if I turn the heat on it runs coolant through the system

[@aaronporter8024]

This is a great vid I have a 2000 Durango and I had it ever since 2013 and my a.c. fan clutch is locked up so I can't use my a.c. at all and I was told they are very expensive to buy and repair...Any advice on that ??

[@axfrontier9586]

I have a 2004 dodge dakota and it's been overheating it's a 4.7 V8 I changed the thermostat and it's still overheating I'm thinking about changing the radiator bc I think I might have a leak. What do you recommend?

[@alanscustomlures9922]

great video, I have a 4.7 in my Dakota..question when the temp was back to normal where was it running at? mine is just slightly left of vertical.. I have no # on my gauge..just curious if yours is the same ..thanks

[@TortureBot]

Most vehicles should have the temperature gauge reading just slightly under half way on the gauge most of the time. Unless it is a extremely hot day or you have low coolant or some other problem it shouldn't really ever get past halfway. An efficiently operating vehicle will probably keep it no more than three eighths up the gauge.

[@jesseagonzalez]

How much did the mechanic charge you for a new clutch fan installed

[@MartinJohnson-cz1fy]

It's simple you can do it never say never even KZbin VIDEO'S to show you how

[@StevenHanover]

Its like 25 bucks and two big wrenches, takes less than 35 seconds to replace. Its FREE

[@Madcracka]

the lower radiator hose is cold the other one is hot so I was thinking maybe the radiator is blocked up , I replace that still having the same problem with the lower house being cold and the upper hose being hot getting no heat either.

[@aaroncolombo]

water pump

[@Timb3rWo1f]

Thermostat is seized

[@313stratus]

I replaced t stat, w pump, rad fan, and radiator im still over heating. Next is the temp sensor hoping that fix my overheating problems..

[@onlyonecannoli3952]

Here's a thought...how about you diagnose the problem before you go parts swapping?

[@99sflores]

I hope this is my problem my 2005 dodge ram 1500 is doing something similar my check engine light has been on for 1 week now this pass Friday on my way to work my red light (check gauges) came on my truck temp was in the red I pull the truck over and drove it to work slow I was okay, I noticed when I drove faster it heated up.

[@cucogarcia4081]

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[@rashadstancle788]

Could this be my issue on my durango it's a 5.7 magnum hemi awd

[@MsCasperella]

Thank you so much!!!

[@jbexpress1]

My 04 Durango seems to be fine while I'm driving but as soon as I stop and sit in traffic it starts to over heat.. Then as soon as i start driving and goes back to normal.. So hopefully its the fan.. Thanks for the info..

[@heyitschinoable]

same problem here too, 4.7 durando 03

[@texascoastwandererkayakfis672]

heyitschino same here on my 03 Durango..just couple days ago..did u find problem ?

[@jonrichardson504]

Hanging With JB my 04 is doing the same thing now! Gonna have my fan clutch replaced tomorrow! I HAVE The 5.7 liter

[@texascoastwandererkayakfis672]

Jon Richardson let me know how it goes ! Thanks n good luck ..

[@jonrichardson504]

Texas Coast Wanderer Kayak Fishing I’m gonna check the fan clutch tomorrow! And see if this is the culprit! I’ll let you know bro!

[@ccccen]

Help!!! My 2000 Durango shuts off with no warning in the middle of where it is and after a while can be turned on again but for a few miles only and re start the same process. Any one out there that has had this problem can tell me what it is I would appreciate it very much. changing the pcm don't do it.

[@2jzfrank]

I need help I have a 2003 Durango with 4.7 motor is bad, will the 2004 Durango with the 4.7 fit with no issue?

[@mikecastleberry9671]

Al change the t sat to 180

[@zunigasystementertainment8840]

My did and turned out it was my radiator

[@Noriega-kc3mc]

Is there any troble code that shows up when the fan is not working?

[@anthonybrown9110]

2007 Chrysler aspen limited cranks but won't start after warerpump and thermostat change

[@digitalcammo]

Anthony Brown crankshaft position sensor

[@melandale12]

thank you!

[@celsoalcaras3035]

Como quitar el radiador

[@kelseyc9137]

how much for clutch fan repair??

[@hcs2ch]

Thnx really helpful.

[@Whitecrackertrash]

@Matrixmadman not with the 4.0 sohc engine explorer that engine will eat a 5.7 hemi durango anytime

[@Matrixmadman]

@Whitecrackertrash i'd eat a explorer half throttle

[@raymundorodriguezleon941]

Yeah i burnt my arm

[@ericafarrismontiel9671]

de tramicion

[@ElmerPacheco-j9j]

So in the end what was the solution did you fic it ?

[@Jim-pm1qv]

this dodge Durangos suck !!!... I have a 2003 D.D ..4.7 engine and it sucks too much air and can't seem too find the problem , i see no air ha ha...who does right ? No one ...sadly machianics suck too much money and not trustworthy , so i am fkd !...up shit highway 66 on a overheating dodge ... I just don't know were to go from here , i replaced T , stat , waterpump , rediator hoses and cap , and did the burping bleeding prosses and still the GOTT DAM DODGE DURANGO OVERHEATING NEVER HAVE I BEEN SO DISAPPOINTED AND DISGUSTED WITH DODGE AND THE WHOLE PROCESS ...

[@TheNeckasaurus]

*GUZZLER

[@Whitecrackertrash]

WHY DON'T YOU BUY A REAL VEHICLE FIRST ? OBAMA HAD LOWER GAS PRICES GAS RIGHT NOW IS AT 2.88 A GALLON , WHEN BUSH LEFT OFFICE IN 2008 GAS PRICES WERE AT $5.00 A GALLON

[@jimmyhopkins761]

Whitecrackertrash fucking idiot

[@giveme10feet]

Why didn't u take it to ur mechanic friend in the first place? He seems damn good.

[@elmerpacheco9153]

NEVER TRUST ANY MACHIANICS YOU DON'T KNOW AT TIMES EVEN IF YOU KNOW THEM

[@ericafarrismontiel9671]

de tramicion