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Replying to: lightnin3 (Jun 16, 2009 7:11 pm) I just wanted to let everyone know about my positive experiences so far. I have owned a 2006 limited sense October 08, when I picked it up it had 26000 miles on it. I than began to read some of the stories of problems here and became quite concerned. I also read about some of the mods to maybe eliminate some of the ills of this engine. I did the Elephant hose by pass and the EGR by pass using a code reader to reset the engine light indicator…not a big thing to do if it gets rid of these concerns. So after 12000 miles of ownership I am here to report absolutely no problems of any kind. I notice sense doing these modifications that no matter how I run the thing it never blows black smoke. I just recently did a trip through southern WV taking the opportunity to take pictures of that part of the state. I did a lot of back roads going up and down some pretty steep terrain including gravel roads. Also made stops along the road to take photos while leaving the Jeep idling. I then spent an hour in Chareston driving around looking for a place to eat. On the return to home I stayed on the interstate, the trip was about 900 miles. I did not reset the electronic mileage indicator the entire way hoping this would add more to the overall accuracy. I pulled in to my driveway I punch the computer and was pleasantly surprised with an amazing 29.8 miles per gallon!! I love this vehicle not only for its fuel mileage but for is handling, ride and gobs of power. I have sirrus radio but I find I leave it off most of the time just to listen to the rattle of the engine…God I love that sound. Now watch the damn thing will probably throw a rod tomorrow. dusty |
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Hi Folks, Ok I've read thru about half of the 11000 posts on this forum, wow quite a bit of info. So, please let me know if I summarize correctly.... Assuming I can purchase a 06 with low miles (29k) for a real good price, thousands below book, if I use this savings to do a few things, will the purchase be worth it? From what I gathered the TC is the biggest issue, so if I replace it with the aftermarket one, I would have the biggest issue solved? Then, different tires, ensure ball joints are done. (Question on ball joints later). EGR valve seem to be the next biggest issue but from what I've read, disconnecting or ignoring is the thing to do. Lastly, purchasing a extended warranty to 100k to cover all the other things, please tell me if I'm on the right track or if I should avoid this car altogether? Thanks. Oh yea, ball joints. No one goes into detail, but if the stock orig ones are replaced does the dealer install the same joints that will fail again, or are they different ones solving the problem? Also, a little history, I've had many diesels since 1981, 4 VW's (Still have a Rabbit truck going strong, 60mpg), two Isuzus, a piece of crap GM6.5TD (you think the CRD is a lemon!), and my current Jeep Grand Cherokee with the Mercedes CDR, sweet car! Thanks, any help appreciated. Duke
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Replying to: dukecola (Jun 25, 2009 4:27 am) 
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Replying to: dukecola (Jun 25, 2009 4:27 am) As to problems, I had the EGR replaced at 14k miles, one computer reflash at 680 miles, ball joint recall and the F37 recall. Since then, the 2nd TC failed at 42K but when the tech at the dealer I use got into it, the Florida dealer that had done the F37 had performed a sloppy job and left out a part or two. Outside of that I am love my CRD. Doing good basic maintenance on the engine and the drivetrain is a must. Keeping the boost sensor in the intake manifold clean will save the hoses between the CAC and the engine. |
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I know that there is a fuse box under to hood in the front. My question is; is there another box under the dash or somewhere else? One day my jeep was idleing in the driveway and just stopped. It sat for about three months and the battery went dead. Got it charged and like a dummy crossed the posts when I was putting it back in. Turned battery around and properly installed it. Now the Jeep will start, but all of the gauges go all the way around until I turn the key. Also, the radio is dead and my electric locks don't work. All of the fuses under the hood are ok. So, I'm thinking there may be some more some where else. Can someone help me out? Jeepster44
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Replying to: jeepster44 (Jun 27, 2009 11:37 am) |
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Replying to: nescosmo (May 29, 2009 8:32 pm) I GOT EVERYTHING INCLUDING THE FLUID FROM THE DEALER....THE PARTS GUY SAID IT WOULD TAKE AROUND 5 QUARTS JUST DROPING THE PAN...JUST DROPING THE PAN, HOW MUCH OLD FLUID WOULD I BE LEAVING IN THE TRANSMISSION ?? I'M GUESSING BOTH FILTERS WILL BE ABOVE THE PAN ??
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Just purchased a 2006, sight unseen. Will be picking it up at the Jeep dealer tomorrow. Vehicle has only 9000 miles! Purchased the MAX care warranty online, zero deductable. Will have 4 yrs with full coverage. Clean Carfax, none of the recalls have been done. So my question is, is the first thing I should do is have the TC recall done? Also, does anyone know if the dealer will do this labor free and install the Suncoast TC if I supply it? Thanks.
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Replying to: dukecola (Jun 30, 2009 5:35 am) I found it on line throught auto trader.com and called the dealer and he was doing a recall on the torque converter as we were speaking. Plus they had to flash the computer with the new converter. Other than that recall I had no problems. My CRD had 5600 miles and I had it almost 3 years now. Only other problem was when I changed fuel filter they did not do it correctly and the o-rings on the housing got loose and caused a fuel problem and of course the engine light came on. My local dealer fixed the problems under warrant with no problem. My daughter drives it and loves the good mileage she gets. about 33-35 ion the highway and about 20 in the city. |
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my glow plugs keep going bad on my jeep liberty crd. i have replaced th egr valve and all glow plugs in the last 1year.
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