CRD specifics

templinc · **Joined:** Wed Dec 07, 2016 3:15 pm **Posts:** 1

looking to buy an 06 liberty limited 75,000 miles. was told that I need to know about the (timing belt, EGR, turbo hoses). What specifically about these is unique to the crd? Mileage they need to be changed, things to watch out for etc...Thanks

papaindigo · **Posted:** Thu Dec 08, 2016 10:59 am

Read SirSam's NOOB guide including links at the top of this forum.

flash7210 · **Posted:** Thu Dec 08, 2016 11:04 am

Timing belt should be changed at 100k miles or about every 8 years.
Its not much harder than any other timing belt. You just need to use the proper tools specific for this engine.
EGR should be deleted to ensure long engine life.
Turbo inlet and boost hoses tend to deteriorate and develop holes due to oil contamination. Installing a Provent helps reduce the contamination.

But the list doesn't stop there...

The number one cause of hard starting and poor running is air-in-fuel.
Replace the fuel filter assembly, fix the connections back at the tank, and install a lift pump.

The only thing special about the Liberty CRD is the engine. Everything else is pure Jeep. So you have all the standard Jeep problems too.

blk05liberty · **Posted:** Fri Dec 09, 2016 9:50 am

if you like working on cars, this is the vehicle for you

WWDiesel · **Posted:** Fri Dec 09, 2016 10:45 am

blk05liberty wrote:

if you like working on cars, this is the vehicle for you

There is a path to get this vehicle to a reliable state which requires some work and money; but once you get it there, it can be a fun and reliable vehicle to own and operate!!!

But please do as pap says and read the NOOB guide, it will give you a lot of insight as what is needed and / or required as a Jeep CRD owner.... :wink:

Then ask any questions you may have, many knowledgeable people on this forum willing to help!

jrsavoie · **Posted:** Fri Dec 09, 2016 10:51 am

WWDiesel wrote:

blk05liberty wrote:

if you like working on cars, this is the vehicle for you

There is a path to get this vehicle to a reliable state which requires some work and money; but once you get it there, it can be a fun and reliable vehicle to own and operate!!!

But please do as pap says and read the NOOB guide, it will give you a lot of insight as what is needed and / or required as a Jeep CRD owner.... :wink:

Then ask any questions you may have, many knowledgeable people on this forum willing to help!

Dang, I wish I would get on that path. We haven't seen anything fun or reliaBle or economical about our Jeep yet.

WWDiesel · **Posted:** Fri Dec 09, 2016 10:33 pm

jrsavoie wrote:

Dang, I wish I would get on that path. We haven't seen anything fun or reliaBle or economical about our Jeep yet.

The path to get you there for do-it-yourselfers:

Optional as time and money allows:
Install ARP Head studs
Replace rocker arms
Replace Exhaust Valves to prevent breakage (per geordi)

The above items will get you there! The PATH is not cheap nor is it without some work; but it is DOABLE if you want the desired outcome!!!!! :roll:

ps; there may be some others that I may have missed, add if I did!!!!

geordi · **Posted:** Fri Dec 09, 2016 10:47 pm

Valves are suggested.

If you are in the market for a CRD that has everything already done on the engine and a zero mile engine to boot - send me an email. I have a khaki 05 sport that had the short block rebuilt with all new bottom end by a dealership, and then I personally built everything from the pistons up. New head gasket, valves, rockers, studs, egr delete, intake elbow, metal glow plugs, timing belt and water pump, performance engine tune, all fresh fluids, and about 10k on it since the rebuild.

I'm willing to deliver it anywhere in the USA for actual expenses. Asking 12k, or best offer.

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WWDiesel · **Posted:** Sat Dec 10, 2016 10:37 am

geordi wrote:

Valves are suggested.

Thanks geordi,
added exhaust valves to the list...almost forgot about the broken valve syndrome! :roll:

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