What happens when freeze plugs go bad?
Freeze plugs are an essential part of your engine, because they keep coolant from leaking out. If you neglect a leaking freeze plug for too long, your engine’s coolant could potentially leak to a level where it can no longer effectively cool your engine, and cause it to overheat, risking extensive damage.
How much is a freeze plug?
Researching online, an easy to reach freeze plug could cost anywhere from $200 to $400, whereas a freeze plug that requires the mechanic to lift the engine or transmission out can cost anywhere from $900 to more than $1,800.
Do freeze plugs work?
Freeze plugs typically fail by freezing. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, though. Freeze plugs were originally used to protect engines from cold-related damage. If the coolant inside an engine freezes, it may cause the block to crack.
How much does it cost to replace a freeze plug?
Researching online, an easy to reach freeze plug could cost anywhere from $200 to $400, whereas a freeze plug that requires the mechanic to lift the engine or transmission out can cost anywherefrom $900 to more than $1,800.
How to replace freeze plug in front of engine?
You need to get the plug in in a straight line so that it does not get skewed in the hole. For the front ones you need to remove the fan assembly, the oil pressure sensor out of the way and also remove the bolt that holds the dipstick in place . It will help to get the space.
Where is the leak in the freeze plug?
The day before this leak I replaced a leaking freeze plug on the side of the block, where there are 3 of them. That was fairly easy as you can get access to it. Now the leak is right in the area where the engine meets the transmission housing.
Where are the freeze plugs on a Chrysler 3.3?
In the rebuilding the Chrysler 3.3/3/8 article, there are some good pictures of the bare blocks showing the freeze plugs. This will give you a better idea of where they are located. Are you sure it is the freeze plugs? You may need a small mirror and flashlight to take a look.