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#39 of 71 Re: Jeep Liberty Upper Control Arms [martinj71] by siberia Nov 09, 2006 (3:36 am)
Replying to: martinj71 (Nov 08, 2006 7:48 am) Jim,   Bad upper control arm bushings can make exactly the sound that you describe and if they are bad this condition is not immediately dangerous as it can take quite a while to wear to destruction. Upper ball joints and control arm bushings generally last a long time in this suspension configuration because the don't carry near as much load as the lower ball joints.   You need to inspect your lower ball joints ASAP because if they the cause of this noise you might not have much time before one or both if them pop and your Jeep drops to the ground. This is easy to do yourself but I don't have time to write the instructions.   Maximum allowable axial play is 1.5mm or about 1/16 inch.   And one other thing, if your upper bushing are gone and you have metal to metal contact the top of your tires should be leaning very noticeable inward. Stand far enough behind or in front of the vehicle to observe front and rear tires and compare vertical alignment. The top of the front tires should appear slightly out compared to the rear not in.   Stay safe.
#40 of 71 Re: Jeep Liberty Upper Control Arms [martinj71] by market525 Nov 09, 2006 (3:46 am)
Replying to: martinj71 (Nov 08, 2006 11:53 am) Jim, Your dealer can tell you exactly what's been done to your car. They will run the VIN (vehicle identification number) through their (Chrysler's) computer system. Would take them a matter of minutes to do.   Steve Replies to this message: martinj71 (Nov 09, 2006 4:15 am)
#41 of 71 Re: Jeep Liberty Upper Control Arms [market525] by martinj71 Nov 09, 2006 (4:15 am)
Replying to: market525 (Nov 09, 2006 3:46 am) Everyone, thanks for being so helpful. I called the dealer last night and the (2nd recall) has not been done on my Jeep. They are on national back order right now, so I wont be able to get it in till Monday or Tuesday. The service manager told me he would also check on the upper control arm bushings while I had it up there,,, free of charge. Thanks again all. Jim
#42 of 71 02' liberty by martinj71 Nov 14, 2006 (4:02 am)
One more question. Jeep Liberty, 02’ 38k… when I come to a stop. 80% of the time it wants to fall on its face (stall) anyone else experience this?
#43 of 71 Jeep Liberty making noise when backing by joebj1178514 Nov 17, 2006 (1:48 pm)
My 2004 Jeep liberty (45K miles) just started to act up today. I warmed up my car for about 2 minutes and backed out of my parking spot while turning the wheel when I heard a loud blunt noise coming from the rear axle area. This loud noise only happened when backing out and turning the wheel at the same time, this didnt happen when backing out straight. The sound is like something snapping or something getting hit with blunt force, kind of like a football hitting the side of a car.   I also have a problem when driving foward and turning the wheel all the way to the left/right to make a turn. The car struggles to turn, as if the front wheels pivoting makes it diffucult for the car to move. The car almost stutter struggles (not an engine stutter) to make the turn when turning the wheel.   I thought this may be a lower ball joint problem, but the lower ball joint problem should not be applicable to the rear wheels of the car, but then again, the noise/stuttering only happens when I turn my steering wheel. Any hints?   I've tried to be specific as possible. Anyone out there have any ideas of what the problem is? Please help me.   I'm planning on going on a 13 hour road trip, but I might have to save that plan for later. Replies to this message: market525 (Nov 17, 2006 4:00 pm) eatplaysleep (Jan 01, 2009 9:40 pm)
#44 of 71 Re: Jeep Liberty making noise when backing [joebj1178514] by market525 Nov 17, 2006 (4:00 pm)
Replying to: joebj1178514 (Nov 17, 2006 1:48 pm) Does the car have a limited slip differential? And has the rear axle lube been changed? - usually recommended at 30K service intervals.
#45 of 71 Hot Tires, Smells like burning rubber by jeepgirl05 Jan 22, 2008 (11:41 am)
My Jeep Liberty Diesel '05, smells like the back passenger tire is on fire, its not actually on fire, but smells like it could be. Can see smoke coming from it? The brakes are squeaky too. I live in Montana, lots of snow here, neighbor says take it to straight stretch of road, run it forward bout 20mph, then do the same thing but go backwards. He claims its something to do with snow packed up in the break area up front?? Sounds bogus to me. Thnx! Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Jan 24, 2008 8:08 am)
#46 of 71 Re: Hot Tires, Smells like burning rubber [jeepgirl05] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Jan 24, 2008 (8:08 am)
Replying to: jeepgirl05 (Jan 22, 2008 11:41 am) I wouldn't mess around with theories. Have the back end jacked up and the tires spun to see if the brakes are binding back there for some reason.
#47 of 71 Re: Jeep Liberty Upper Control Arms [martinj71] by bartolo Mar 09, 2008 (9:17 am)
Replying to: martinj71 (Nov 08, 2006 7:48 am) I have an 04 sport with 36000 miles. lately I,ve Notices the same sounds you described. Every time I take a slight pump, I hear a screeching from the front end, like the sound of and old spring mattress. The lower ball lower ball joint seem to be find, However the upper control arm bushings are beyond my limited mechanical know-how. Would like to know if you ever got the problem fixed,and if so can you point me in the right direction. Would appreciate any insight on the matter. I,d like to be better informed before going to the shop.
#48 of 71 Lower control arm and bushings need replacement?? by nygrl Apr 14, 2008 (5:18 pm)
Hi - I'm hoping someone here might be able to help me. I have a Jeep Liberty Renegade 2002. 92k+ miles.   Over the last couple of days, I've notice some knocking noises and the "creaky spring" sounds described above.The lower ball joint was replaced under the recall in Feb '07.   Took the Jeep in to the dealer today. They heard the knocking too, and put it up on the lift, looked it over, but could find "no noticeable cause" for the knocking/squeaking noise. They tightened everything up, lowered it down, drove it around, but still heard the knocking.   A few hours later, the dealer called and said they discovered that the problem is the "lower control arm" and some bushings. "Actually, all of your control arms could stand to be replaced," he said. "The cost to replace this one alone will be $618, not counting tax."   I just want to know if this sounds right. The dealer charge of $420 for the part seems kind of steep for only one lower control arm (not both sides) compared to what the part is going for online. Plus, the ones I've seen online include the ball joint, but I don't need the ball joint!   One mechanic in town said it's very rare to have to replace the control arm. Do you think I could talk to my dealer about the possibility of just replacing the bushings? Or is it better to bite the bullet and do the whole thing. I need to make a decision in the a.m.! : )   Thanks. Replies to this message: caribou1 (Apr 15, 2008 7:29 am)

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