i just purchased a 2016 jeep with a 3.6. what is normal operating temp at a long idle.. have heard this engine was pretty warm. i saw 225 today sitting at drive thru. raining and 40 degrees

Asked by GuruBZQC5 Dec 09, 2018 at 05:56 PM about the 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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225 is higher than it should be, especially at 40 degrees.

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My 2016 fluctuate between 206°-226° @ idle (63°) with the heater on(no blower)

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