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Jeep Liberty: Steering Stability and Suspension

71 messages,  Last post on Mar 25, 2009 at 7:52 AM

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What is this discussion about? Jeep Liberty, Tires, Wheels, Steering, Suspension, Diesel, SUV


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2008 Jeep Liberty Tire Wear by joeyfelix21
Apr 17, 2008 (8:38 am)
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I have a 2008 Jeep Liberty w/ Command-Trac 4x4 & Goodyear Fortera HL P235/60R18 tires. By 2300 miles I had very noticeable tire chop/stair stepping on the outside & inside tread of both front tires, worse on the outside. They said the alignment was out of spec, fixed it and replaced the front tires. Took it back in at 4500 miles for the same reason, this time they say the alignment is perfect & that it's because the tread is soft with no support between the spacing, and that it's normal for these tires and to rotate every 3000 miles. The rear tires are wearing perfectly smooth/even all over, so I'm confused about their expanation. Does anyone have any thoughts about whether this is normal/acceptable or if there is a possible underlying reason for the tires to wear like this at such low mileage? Thanks, Joe
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Liberty Steering Gear not good? by parrotpastor
Jul 11, 2008 (2:47 pm)
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I just had to have my Liberty 05 diesel's steering gear replaced. The dealer said that quite a few Liberties were showing up with this same problem this past year. Anyone know about this? Is this something dangerous to Liberty owners? I'm wondering just how wide-spread this situation could be with Liberty's.
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Re: Liberty Steering Gear not good? [parrotpastor] by Mr_Shiftright HOST
Jul 15, 2008 (7:40 pm)
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Replying to: parrotpastor (Jul 11, 2008 2:47 pm)

No record of recalls on TSB on the steering. There was a factory recall on lower ball joints, which is definitely a safety issue.
 
September 2006
Dealer Service Instructions for:
Safety Recall No. F23 -- Lower Ball Joints
 
Effective immediately, this recall (Safety Recall F23) cancels and supersedes Safety Recall C36 Lower Ball Joints. Please remove and discard from your files all copies of Safety Recall C36 (dated December 2003). All vehicles involved in Recall C36, whether completed or not, must have this recall performed.
 
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2002-2006 (KJ) Jeep(R) Liberty
NOTE: This recall applies only to the above vehicles built through March 15, 2006 (MDH 031510).
#54 of 71
Re: Jeep Liberty making noise when backing [joebj1178514] by eatplaysleep
Jan 01, 2009 (9:40 pm)
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Replying to: joebj1178514 (Nov 17, 2006 1:48 pm)

Hey joe...
I know it's been two years since you originally posted this, but I recently purchased a 2002 Jeep Liberty and I am experiencing this exact same problem. I was wondering if you ever happened to figure out what was wrong? I'd really appreciate any help.
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Getting biltseins by jayrider
Mar 05, 2009 (1:24 pm)
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Ordered a set of bilstein shocks for my 03 Liberty. Anyone done that swap yet? Got a great deal on the shocks ---$237 for all 4 -- free shipping. Will cost $170 to install and a wheel alignment for $60. Will post after I have them to see if I wasted my money or if the results are dramatic.
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Re: Getting biltseins [jayrider] by caribou1
Mar 06, 2009 (1:03 am)
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Replying to: jayrider (Mar 05, 2009 1:24 pm)

Hi jayrider,
How many miles do you have on the Jeep now?
Mechanically speaking, mine is still like new after 90,000 miles. It has a few dents but not much play in the transmission. Rear brakes are still perfect and moan when the temperature is cool and damp. I don't need wheel alignment yet, but why is it offered to you?
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Re: Getting biltseins [caribou1] by jayrider
Mar 06, 2009 (1:29 pm)
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Replying to: caribou1 (Mar 06, 2009 1:03 am)

Only have 25k miles on my Ltd. Just looking to upgrade the handling/ride a bit. The strut replacements on the front make alignment a good idea. No problems with my liberty either. Ride is a bit jittery/choppy so i'm giving the bilsteins a try. Some say the improvement is dramatic and some say they don't make much difference. I figure I've got 14 more years to reach 90,000 miles -- just looking for a change.
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Re: Getting biltseins [jayrider] by caribou1
Mar 06, 2009 (11:34 pm)
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Replying to: jayrider (Mar 06, 2009 1:29 pm)

Before you change your shock absorbers, you can have the present ones evaluated. Worn shocks tend to elongate, so the vehicle shows more clearance between the wheel pit and the top of the tire. Tire wear is also a good indicator.
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Re: Getting biltseins [caribou1] by jayrider
Mar 07, 2009 (6:11 am)
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Replying to: caribou1 (Mar 06, 2009 11:34 pm)

Good advice caribou1, but I'm replacing the shocks regardless of whether they are worn or not. I'm upgrading from the original shocks to a premium set to upgrade the ride and handling. As I said, don't know if I'm wasting my money or not but the shocks are on their way from the retailer. I'll let you know if they really make a difference.

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