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One of the most common questions we get asked is whether we have a DIY guide on how to change the oil cooler on a WK2 diesel Jeep Grand Cherokee. We have done hundreds of these jobs over the years, but somehow we have never actually made a proper guide for it. So here it is. For this demonstration, we had the engine out of the car. That makes it look far easier than it is in the vehicle, but the process is the same. The reason we filmed it this way is simple: with the engine

Every time we post about a Hemi MDS failure, someone jumps into the comments to say, “It’s not the MDS system.” But here’s the thing: it is the MDS system. The confusion comes from the fact that the Hemi MDS system is actually pretty complex. Even if you work with these engines every day, it can take a while to fully understand what is happening inside the engine, how the oil flows, and why the failure happens. So let’s break it down in a way that actually makes sense. What I

Jeep Wrangler Death wobble is a problem many modified Jeeps face. There is a number of possible causes for this or in many cases the issue is a compounding effect of one or more of the following issues. When troubleshooting this death wobble issue, we advise following this guide in order as jumping to a fault further down the line is counterproductive if your facing mechanical issues in the suspension. Bushes ball joints and tie rods. Before sinking a heap of time and money i

There is an Australian government website that lists all active recalls on vehicles sold in Australia. It is not a very user-friendly platform and requires you to download an excel spread sheet listing all applicable vin number and then requires you to find your vin int he lists. Then you need to do this over and over for every Recall applicable to your Make and Model. If you wanted to bother the applicable website can be found by clicking the link below. Recall look up Austr

Straight up lets be clear. When you request a mechanic to fit your part, you are effectively taking a steak you purchased at Woolworths into a restaurant and asking the chef to cook it for you, oh and you want the pay less for the privilege. You would never do it. its outrageously rude and entitled, and yet it seems to be ok for people to request this of their mechanic. There are a number of factors at play here which we unpack here. Liability: Regardless of what ever the pap

If you’ve recently had a new thermostat installed on your Grand Cherokee, you might have noticed that your engine’s operating temperature sits slightly higher than before. Don’t worry this is a common situation. In many cases, the replacement thermostat supplied through the parts department is designed to run a little hotter than the original factory unit. Everything may look perfectly fine no fault codes, no leaks but that temperature gauge might just sit a bit higher than y

Did you know that depending on the year of your WK2, your Grand Cherokee uses a different tone wheel? It’s not a one size fits all part even though they look identical and getting it wrong can cause serious headaches. EcoDiesel Tone Wheel Differences by Series Series 1 WK2 (5-speed transmission) Part number: 0046326647 Series 2 WK2 (8-speed transmission) Part number: 0046352974 Using the wrong tone wheel can lead to misdiagnosed faults, engine running issues, or unnecessary p

We recently had a customer come into the workshop that wanted verification his Z46 recall had been done properly due to slightly worse fuel economy, while there is no way of checking its been timed previously we took it off and ensured it was correct. Here’s a breakdown of the correct process straight from stellantis themselves, some people and even dealerships believe this is a nonsense procedure. Check out the video below and at the end of the blog We will provide all the p

Healthy people do not go to hospital. You only go if something is wrong. This analogy comes up a lot when people comment on our social media and say our content looks like it is ragging on the product. They see posts on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram pointing out common issues and assume we do not like the vehicles we work on. That is not the case at all. We love the Product and We Tell the Truth We genuinely love Jeep. Many of our staff own them, myself included. If you hav

This vehicle has 134,000km on it, and it’s a perfect real world case study for what we’re talking about here. Spun bearing failure in a diesel. Based on what we see every week in the workshop, we believe this particular failure is linked to towing in Drive instead of using Sport mode but this blog isn’t about why it failed. There’s already plenty of content on our website and social channels covering that. This is about something far more important: How you handle the convers

this is going to be a rare one. This is arguably the only time you’ll ever hear us recommend going genuine over aftermarket altenators. If you’re dealing with the well-known EcoDiesel issue that causes these units to fail, and you’re weighing up your replacement options, our advice is simple: Buy the genuine Jeep part. Why We’re Saying This (And Why It Matters) Normally, we send people straight to aftermarket. It’s cheaper, it works, and in most cases it makes far more sense

Modern Jeeps are complex vehicles. When a fault cannot be identified quickly, it is common for owners to move from one workshop to another without getting clear answers. We see this far more often than people realise. A Jeep is taken to a local mechanic. The basics are checked, common faults are ruled out, and eventually the workshop reaches a dead end. With no clear diagnosis, the vehicle is then transported to us for specialist Jeep diagnostics. At that point, our role beco

In this video, we walk through what’s involved in upgrading the brakes on a WK2 Jeep Grand Cherokee to SRT Brembo brakes. This is one of the most popular brake upgrades for WK2 owners, particularly for vehicles that tow, see spirited driving, or have had power upgrades. The focus isn’t just on the install itself, but on the critical details DIY owners need to understand before committing to the upgrade. The factory braking system on many WK2 models is adequate for daily drivi

In this video, we explain why GDL Automotive only supplies and installs genuine Jeep oil coolers, and why that decision matters for both us and our customers. When we carry out a repair, we stand behind our work. That means providing a warranty on parts and labour. Using non-genuine oil coolers, particularly those sourced from online marketplaces like eBay, creates a serious liability issue. If an aftermarket unit fails and causes internal engine damage, we cannot warrant tha

In this project, we originally planned to complete a Series 2 facelift conversion on a WK2 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, as often happens with real world builds, the direction shifted based on parts availability. With a full Series 1 SRT body kit on hand, the decision was made to pivot and carry out a full SRT conversion instead, including aftermarket headlights to complete the look. The result is a clean, factory style upgrade that dramatically changes the appearance of the

If you own a TJ Wrangler or XJ Cherokee, there is a common front brake issue that often goes unnoticed until it causes serious problems. From the factory, these models were fitted with Bakelite brake calliper pistons, and while they worked when new, age and heat have proven to be their downfall. Over time, Bakelite pistons absorb moisture and swell. When this happens, the piston can no longer retract smoothly inside the calliper bore. The result is a front brake calliper that

In our latest video, we visit Canberra SRT, the home of HEMI performance and expertise. Owned and operated by Ben Doble, Canberra SRT has built a strong reputation for precision engine work and deep technical knowledge. The video offers a behind the scenes look at Ben’s workshop, exploring his approach to high performance HEMI builds and repairs. Ben is a true expert on HEMI V8 engines. Over the years, he has become one of the most trusted names in the HEMI community, known f

Chrysler has issued a major recall involving more than 320,000 Jeep plug in hybrid SUVs due to a potential risk of high voltage battery failure that could lead to a fire. According to information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall affects approximately 228,221 Jeep Wranglers (model years 2020–2025) and 91,844 Jeep Grand Cherokees (model years 2022–2026). It’s estimated that around 5 percent of the affected vehicles could contain the de

Owners of 2017–2019 Ram 1500 diesel models in Australia are being urged to take note of a new recall affecting 423 vehicles. The issue stems from a potential software fault that could cause the engine to stall while driving and prevent it from restarting. According to the recall, a problem within the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software may cause the signal from the crankshaft position sensor to fail. If this occurs, the vehicle could lose power unexpectedly, increasing t

Australia’s mechanic shortage isn’t new, but in 2025 it’s hitting a critical point with some drivers now waiting up to six months for even basic servicing or repairs. What was once a few weeks’ delay has now blown out dramatically across the country, and it’s not just an inconvenience. It’s pushing prices up too. In many areas, particularly regional Australia, workshops are booked out months in advance. At the start of 2025, average wait times were around two months, but in s