Seal the joint between the cylinder head and engine block with the APEX Automobile Parts Inc Cylinder Head Gasket, part number AHG272. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2003-2004 Jeep Wrangler, 2002-2004 Jeep Liberty and 2002-2004 Dodge Caravan with the L4-2.4L engine. It is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications; see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
This engine cylinder head gasket sits between the head and the block. It is designed to seal the combustion chambers and to keep the coolant and oil passages that run between the two in their own circuits.
Signs a head gasket may need replacing include unexplained coolant loss, engine overheating, white smoke from the exhaust, milky oil and bubbles in the coolant. These symptoms can have other causes, so confirm the failure with a cooling-system pressure test or a combustion leak test before replacing the gasket. If a failed gasket is the cause, this part replaces it.
When replacing a Jeep Wrangler cylinder head gasket, or the gasket on any listed application, follow the vehicle service procedure for cleaning and inspecting the head and block surfaces. Consult the vehicle service information for the correct head bolts, the torque sequence, and whether the bolts may be reused.
Is this the right head gasket for a Jeep Wrangler?
AHG272 is listed for the 2003-2004 Jeep Wrangler with the L4-2.4L engine, which uses one head gasket. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your exact vehicle.
Will AHG272 work as a Jeep Liberty cylinder head gasket?
Yes. It is listed for the 2002-2004 Jeep Liberty and the 2002-2004 Dodge Caravan with the L4-2.4L engine. See the Buyer's Guide tab for every listed vehicle.
What does a cylinder head gasket do?
It seals the joint between the cylinder head and the engine block. It keeps combustion pressure in the cylinders and keeps the coolant and oil passages between the two separate.
What are signs a head gasket may need replacing?
Common signs include coolant loss, overheating, white exhaust smoke and milky oil. These can have other causes, so confirm the failure with a pressure test or combustion leak test first.
What should I know before installing it?
Clean and inspect the head and block surfaces as the service procedure directs. Check the service information for the correct head bolts, the torque sequence and whether the bolts may be reused.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
