The other day after driving it about 6 inches of snow I noticed steam coming from the front when I pulled in the garage. I didn't notice the temp gauge running any higher than normal. Could the steam just be from driving in the snow?
I have it, but did not think anything of it as I have had it on other vehicles. I assumed it is result of moisture (rain, snow, car wash water) hitting hot radiator. Some radiators are closer to the grill than others. What do you think?
It happened to my '97 Cherokee Sport and my current '01 WJ Limited. For the '97, it was after washing it and in the winter after driving it. My '01, only after I wash it. No biggie.
Same here. It would seem logical that when the coolant temp is higher than 212 degrees that any water that comes in contact with the radiator is converted into steam with a high degree of efficiency.
I respectfully (since your avatar ship is bigger than mine) suggest that the radiator need not be at boiling temperature for this to occur if the weather is cold and relative humidity is high. Remember "making smoke" with your breath in the winter when you were a kid?
The other day after driving it about 6 inches of snow I noticed steam coming from the front when I pulled in the garage. I didn't notice the temp gauge running any higher than normal. Could the steam just be from driving in the snow?
This is my first Hemi with the dual exhaust and have noticed when it's cold the exhaust comes back at the rear window so much that I can't see out of it when I step on it. Not related to your question but I thought I would mention it and yes when I come out of the car wash I see steam coming from the front. No big deal...
I wondered about it being caused by the fan springing into action. I seem to get it before the vehicle has any hope of being warm. Goes away fast and usually happens when put in the garage wet the night before.
The first time I saw it, the '14 was nearly brand new. Scared the crap out of me 'cause I thought there was a radiator leak or worse. I shut down the engine. I've proven it it normal. Don't think a second thought about it.