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Re: Minimal Issues [caribou1]
by siberia
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Jan 27, 2007 (6:26 am)
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Replying to: caribou1 (Jan 26, 2007 6:40 am)
We used ashes to move a helpless 4wd Suburban on ice a couple of years ago on a surface that our 98 Jeep moved easily. We keep a bucket handy for our steep driveway when it gets icy - haven't needed it yet with the Jeeps we have had. I learned the put-it-in-neutral trick on ice when I was 16. It just seemed natural.
I lived in a village with steep hills everywhere. One day I couldn't get up any of the steep hills to my parents house. I backed down a steep hill and backed up another hill just to turn around but the car just kept going - got home in reverse. The leading edges of the tires were badly worn. I switched the tires around to put the sharp trailing edge the right direction and got through the rest of the winter on those hills.
Most people when stuck and "rocking" a vehicle jam the transmission into gear and floor it, then jam it into gear and floor it until they get unstuck or ruin the transmission. Here's a rocking tip that will not hurt the transmission and has never failed me. Gently move the vehicle forward (or backward) until it stops while applying the brake just before or right after it starts to spin at the end of the rock. Change gears (at an idle) while holding the brake, then release the brake while gently applying throttle. Applying the brake at the end of the rock helps hold a position further in the rock. Chances are you will drive out of the icy trough you made and get back on top of the packed snow in just 3 or 4 tries. Sounds simple, but I have never seen anyone do this.
I have helped people, that were stuck and destroying their car, by just asking them to get out and I would get behind the wheel and drive it out of the spot using this method. I love their stunned expressions. It is a waste of time to try to push someone who is frustrated.
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Re: Minimal Issues [siberia]
by caribou1
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Jan 28, 2007 (2:30 am)
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Replying to: siberia (Jan 27, 2007 6:26 am)
Siberia: I believe we share the same driving experiences. I do exactly what you describe. So far I never needed help except for the only time in my life my vehicle rested on it's belly over an icy snow drift higher than my knees. That was kind of funny for me but not for my wife anxious to get to work on time 
But regarding the ABS combination with the gearbox being in Neutral position, I find tricky for the non 'addicted' people. Since our dear PCM (engine injection plus transmission synchronization calculator) gives or should give an alarm to the transmission controller to release the clutches that were being used at the moment the slippage began, I think the logic could wait for the throttle pedal to be pressed again before resuming previous drive selection.
I realize how people react when they loose control so a bit more value analysis here could be appreciated.
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Re: Jeep Liberty Diesel EGR issues [steve_]
by spete
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May 05, 2007 (4:44 pm)
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Replying to: steve_ (Oct 30, 2006 5:42 pm)
I have nothing but good things to say about my CRD. I now have 43M miles and have loved every minute of my driving experiance with it. However, today my check engine light came on for again and I fear this may be the 4th EGR replacement coming up. I did see that the code set this time is different from the other times - P1104 - anyone know what this means? I have noticed that my fuel mileage has dropped a lot. I plan on calling my dealer(Who has a very good diesel mechanic) on Monday morning - but was really wondering if anyone had an idea what this code means. Thanks
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Re: Jeep Liberty Diesel EGR issues [spete]
by nescosmo
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May 06, 2007 (7:03 am)
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Replying to: spete (May 05, 2007 4:44 pm)
Spete.... Can not help you on that one the book goes from 1102 and jump to 1131, maybe is the EGR valve. Are you using ULSD fuel?. ARE you blowing it nose every week?. Are you bleeding the air from the fuel filter?. are you cleaning the map sensor at every oil change?. This are a few things that you have to do to the CRD as part of the maintenance procedure. Good Luck.
Nescosmo.
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Re: Jeep Liberty Diesel EGR issues [nescosmo]
by spete
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May 06, 2007 (10:03 am)
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Replying to: nescosmo (May 06, 2007 7:03 am)
Thanks for the relpy - yes I am doing everything you mention in your reply. I had not any problems since last fall (November was last EGR replacement and was supposed to be a different part number from Chrysler) - and this time i had stopped to get my morning coffee and when I restarted the engine after about 10 minutes of shutdown, the check engine light came on. I will post what I learn after I bring it in this week. Thanks
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Re: Jeep Liberty Diesel EGR issues [spete]
by nescosmo
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May 08, 2007 (10:44 am)
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Replying to: spete (May 06, 2007 10:03 am)
Spete...Yesterday i replaced the fuel filter ( i had one since i bought the CRD} with only 9k miles and let me tell you the difference was super; I could not believe that a filter change could make so much difference, the filter inside was black like tar, well you could think about it. Wix make a filter for $26.00 that replace the original and is identical the #is 33647. Try it.
Nescosmo.
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Re: Jeep Liberty Diesel EGR issues [spete]
by farout
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May 09, 2007 (12:27 pm)
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Replying to: spete (May 05, 2007 4:44 pm)
EGR Flow control valve. Had the same thing happen. rather common.
farout
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Re: Jeep Liberty Diesel EGR issues [farout]
by nescosmo
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May 09, 2007 (3:43 pm)
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Replying to: farout (May 09, 2007 12:27 pm)
Farout... How do you like your vehicle, funny the day that you exchange your CRD the diesel went chipper that ru.
Nescosmo.
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Re: Jeep Liberty Diesel EGR issues [nescosmo]
by farout
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May 12, 2007 (11:51 am)
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Replying to: nescosmo (May 09, 2007 3:43 pm)
If the Compass would have been a choice when we bought the CRD, I am sure we whould have went with the Compass. The vehicle is quiet, and runs so smooth. The back seats are comfortable even for a large adult ! The AWD and the 4x4 are just right for our needs. There seems to be more usable space in the Compass for us. What I really like is the electric window switches are on the doors, where they belong. The CVT transmission is very smooth and has good response. The engine has great get up and go at the high end, which the CRD lost at the F-37.
farout
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Re: Jeep Liberty Diesel EGR issues [farout]
by nescosmo
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May 12, 2007 (9:10 pm)
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Replying to: farout (May 12, 2007 11:51 am)
Farout... I am very happy for you. I remember when i was in my 20s', i had a ford pk truck I-6 cylinder and it had so much get up and go, i remember that it use to have an oil pan that used to hold about 7 quart of oil. You are right the CRD was like that but my, lost it since the first flash.
Nescosmo.
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