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Jeep Liberty Diesel Oil Questions
51 messages, Last post on Apr 25, 2010 at 11:21 AM
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#50 of 51 Re: Oil in intake hoses [gbostic] by tcluff
Apr 21, 2010 (2:27 pm)
Replying to: gbostic (Mar 19, 2008 8:43 am)
I have this same problem and I replaced the pressure relief valve and clean all of my intake hoses. My problem is that my jeep smoke at idle at stoplights and stopsigns. I am wondering if anyone has had this problem as well and if I should be concerned about turbo shaft seals or if it's a more pronounced problem like piston ring failure.
#51 of 51 Complain, complain by winter2
Apr 25, 2010 (11:21 am)
My comments are directed at those who complain about the poor quality of the Jeep.Let us face it, the issue is not so much the engine as in the care or lack there of, not following the reasonable guidelines set out by Chrysler, the use of inappropriate lubricants, and on some occasions poor dealer/service quality.
Let us face it, America is really not ready for good quality European diesels. Americans are not willing to invest the few extra minutes it takes to keep these engines running properly. Let us also consider that most American diesel fuel is swill and it is a wonder that these engines run as well as they do. I add goodly amounts of cetane improver and other additives to each tank of fuel resulting in less smoke, easier starting and better overall performance.
I have spoken to several MB diesel mechanics who have told me that when the MB diesels arrive from Europe they run beautifully but after a few tankfuls of American diesel, they do not run as well. Whatever component failure they do see, especially turbos is usually a result of poor care by the owner. That makes me wonder. At my dealer, the tech is really very good. They have several other customers with CRDs who do not care for them as they should be cared. I have, with the dealer having asked me to do so, spoken with at least one of these people in an effort to help them. I have pointed people to this and other forums and had them look especially at the advice given by Caribou1.
I know we are all busy, but investing a little time into caring for this very good engine has big dividends.
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