2005 Jeep Liberty Consumer Discussions

Who is Happy with their Jeep Liberty CRD?

• Re: Who is Happy with their Jeep Liberty CRD? [cmtackett]

  Written by: paulknight1 on Jan 12, 2012 9:27:11 AM

  I have a 2005 CRD that I purchased new. This is the most amazing deisel I have owned and coming from a farm, I have had several. The one negative I have to say about this Jeep is really against the Jeep/Chrysler people themselves. Not 1500k's after the warranty expired, my turbo charger died. I did everything by the book in the way of regular maintenance so I was very disappointed ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Engine and Performance Problems

• Jeep Liberty 2005

  Written by: jeepproblem on Jan 7, 2012 4:50:21 AM

  Engine light flashing on and off. Jeep sounds like it is not getting gas, stalling, shaking. Black buildup on inside of tailpipe. tac and temp.ok. What the heck, this jeep has low mileage.

Jeep Liberty Transmission Problems

• Re: transfer case [cartercan2]

  Written by: vicki11 on Nov 27, 2011 9:12:52 PM

  did you ever find out what the problem was? I get the same rumbling, worse if I use then disengage the 4wd . Mine is a 2005 Liberty --also working on my second broken rear window regulator in one year. other than this I love my jeep.

Who is Happy with their Jeep Liberty CRD?

• Re: Who is Happy with their Jeep Liberty CRD? [cmtackett]

  Written by: spete on Oct 24, 2011 3:11:14 PM

  I just read this post and had to chime in my thoughts. I purchased one of the first CRD's on the lot in 2005. I now have 98M on it and other than the EGR problems that I think every owner had when they first came out, I have had zero problems. I pull 3 different trailers with it on a regular basis and can say that this engine/vehicle combination has ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Interior and Upholstery

• Re: Jeep water stains [wantinacooper]

  Written by: farout on Oct 19, 2011 9:56:15 PM

  I have had 2 Jeep Liberty's that have had this material a 2005 and a 2006. It was so upsetting that even a soft mist of rain stained the seats. We tried everything. The dealer even tried stean cleaning the seats........which made them look even worse! The material was changed, and I think that happened about 2008. I have not kept up with it to be sure. After 3 Jeep Liberty's ... Read More

• Re: Jeep water stains [brittnh01]

  Written by: wantinacooper on Oct 19, 2011 8:40:44 AM

  Any updates on this? I just discovered this forum. I have a 2005 Liberty that stains with any moisture contact. It is extremely frustrating! This is suppose to be a bit of a more rugged vehicle to take myself and all my outdoor gear to where we need to be but when it stain with the touch of a drop of water I feel like I am driving around in a ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Transmission Problems

• Tranny Problem?

  Written by: sjmartin86 on Sep 30, 2011 7:05:30 PM

  First time poster here so hope someone can help. I have a 2005 Jeep Liberty Limited 4WD and my wife was driving down the highway doing 65 and it jerked hard and when she pushed on the accelerator it just reved up like it was in neutral. She pulled to the median and called me i told her to try pulling it into first and it would pull a little but ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Heating Ventilation and A/C

• More A/C Problems

  Written by: jeepster2005 on Sep 29, 2011 2:03:57 PM

  The A/C on my 2005 Jeep Liberty with 43K miles has been weak for as long as I have owned the car (about 18 Months . . . bought it used with 33K on it). Tuesday I was driving back to Florida from Virginia when the compressor quit. I took a look under the hood and there was a bit of tar-like spray around the compressor . . . it actually ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Diesel

• Stock 2005 CRD, what mods are recommended?

  Written by: desmo750ss on Sep 7, 2011 7:23:19 AM

  I have a 2005 CRD with absolutely no mods to it. Had many CRD issues, 2 turbos, one computer, , 2 mass flow sensors, 2 EGR (once cleaned, second time replaced) and the transmission has been in 4 times at the dealer with multiple problems. I am now out of warranty and would like to know all the "life-prolonging" mods that I can do to it. I am thinking of the ... Read More

Jeep Liberty/Liberty Diesel Brakes

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty Diesel Brake Problem [cornbob01]

  Written by: gmc11 on Sep 2, 2011 5:32:06 AM

  I checked the brakes of some other vehicles with anti-lock brakes and found that they do the same thing. The anti-lock brakes stop the vehicle by modulating the brakes on and off very rapidly. What if they are staying in the off mode and bypassing the fluid? BTW, my brakes will still go to the floor if I apply constant pressure to them when the vehicle is running. If the vehicle ... Read More

Jeep Liberty CRD Factory Service Manuals

• Re: Jeep Liberty CRD Factory Service Manuals [crash227]

  Written by: budmeister on Aug 28, 2011 9:52:39 PM

  I'm glad I saw your post regarding the service manual for your 2006 CRD. It gave me the opportunity to 'upgrade' my manual AND parts fiche from the 2005 that I had on my computer. Go to the following: http://colorado4wheel.com/manuals/Jeep/KJ/ Click on "2006-KJ-SM.pdf" , download it and save it on your computer or drop it on a CD. If you've got enough room, keep it on your computer because it's far ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Diesel

• Jeep Liberty Diesel Engine Number

  Written by: ppilot71 on Aug 26, 2011 5:29:46 PM

  I imported my fathers 2005 Jeep Liberty Diesel to Argentina, and I need to find the engine serial number. I have looked as much as I can without disassembling the engine. I have not bee able to find it. Does anybody know where the 2.8L Turbo Diesel engine has the engine serial number engraved? Without it I cannot register the vehicle in Argentina, or I will have to have a number ... Read More

Jeep Liberty/Liberty Diesel Brakes

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty Diesel Brake Problem [gmc11]

  Written by: cornbob01 on Aug 26, 2011 4:42:49 AM

  I told the dealership to replace all pads,calipers,and rotors. Then they test drove it for 2 days and said it was fine but it wasn't. Problem still exists. Brake petal goes to the floor more if you hit the brakes, then let off and hit them again. Dealership states that they have replaced everything except the hoses which arn't leaking. Any other ideas?

Jeep Liberty Diesel

• Re: Alternative To Diesel? [willysjeep]

  Written by: farout on Aug 24, 2011 10:02:25 PM

  Just for the heck of it I would say it's time to sell or trade it while it still running good. I had a 2005 Liberty CRD. It had so many, many, many, any how it had a lot of big problems. Chrysler bought it back. Here in the mid west most Chrysler Jeep dealers know these CRD's are a risk to put on the lot and they take them to ... Read More

Jeep Liberty/Liberty Diesel Brakes

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty Diesel Brake Problem [cornbob01]

  Written by: gmc11 on Aug 17, 2011 12:18:48 PM

  I finally told the dealer to replace the pads and to check the rotors. They resurfaced the front discs and found that both rear rotors were delaminated (junk). They put new rear rotors on and one of the rear calipers was seized so they replaced that. They replaced the pads on all four wheels. This solved the problem. The brakes felt like new again and the peddle did not fade. This ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty Diesel Brake Problem [gmc11]

  Written by: cornbob01 on Aug 17, 2011 11:42:13 AM

  I am An owner of a 2005 Jeep CRD as well. I am now experiancing the brake problem that you were talking about in #82. I Have taken my jeep to the dealership back and fourth for over 3 months now. I was wondering if you had found out what the problem was. I am looking forward to getting my jeep fixed and just need and awnser and the dealership cant ... Read More

Who is Happy with their Jeep Liberty CRD?

• Who is Happy with their Jeep Liberty CRD?

  Written by: cmtackett on Aug 4, 2011 12:21:30 PM

  I couldnt be happier with the car as a whole. Have had no trouble with the engine. I have a 2005 Liberty CRD Limited with 45k miles. I hope to have it a long time. The only problem I have ever had with the car in any capacity is only with possibly a design flaw or crummy parts regarding the windows. The windows work very well going up and down but ... Read More

• 2005 Diesel - Solution found for intermittent stopping

  Written by: libertylooms on Jul 29, 2011 8:34:29 PM

  My 2005 Jeep Liberty with 100K idled fine but if I tried to drive it, it stopped. I had it diagnosed and the diesel mechanic put a Cummings fuel pump in the tank. Runs great now. Why? Think about it... If the fuel is operating with a negative pressure, any leaks let air into the line. With a pump pushing and making a positive line pressure, leaks allow fuel out of ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Diesel

• Alternative To Diesel?

  Written by: willysjeep on Jul 17, 2011 3:10:45 PM

  Caribou wrote: "I will not buy another common rail diesel because of the multiple failures that happened to close friends in the recent months (particle filter clogging, premature injector pump wear, unrepairable components) without forgetting that we cannot find technical literature for recent vehicles. " I bought my CRD new in 2005. Caribou has offered excellent advice regarding this vehicle. My CRD now is over 70,000 miles and is out of ... Read More

Jeep Liberty

• 2005 Liberty Dead in the Mountains

  Written by: wam161 on Jun 8, 2007 7:44:55 AM

  My wife and I were just on a 1600 mile trip to the Smokey Mountains in Tennessee. Our 2005 Liberty had approximately 37,000 miles on it, and it had been completely problem free up until this point. The only unscheduled things done to it were a couple of recalls. We had taken the Liberty on a previous trip to the Black Hills in South Dakota and the Jeep performed pretty well. ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Electrical and Lighting Problems

• Re: jeep liberty 2005 electrical issues [351a]

  Written by: 04liberty on Jun 4, 2011 7:18:57 PM

  I had the exact same issue. During heavy rain, my Liberty's horn blew all by itself, the lights flashed or stayed on and I had many other intermittent electrical issues. i tracked the problem down to water leaking onto and into the fuse panel on the drivers side. There was only a couple of drips on the outside, however when I blew compressed air into the fusebox, water just shot out! ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Diesel EGR Problems

• Re: Jeep Liberty Diesel EGR issues [nescosmo]

  Written by: flyingpole on Nov 16, 2007 12:11:52 PM

  I have a 2005 CRD...have 68,000 miles on it. You state "ARE you blowing it nose every week?" I have no idea what you are saying here. What am I supposed to be doing that I'm not? It sounds like my CRD has a nose and also has a cold! Seriously, what is this process.

Jeep Liberty Electrical and Lighting Problems

• driver side tail light, license plate light stays on, please help

  Written by: tc8132 on Apr 22, 2011 12:37:24 PM

  Hey everyone, I have a problem with my 2005 jeep liberty. What happened was the driver side tail light and license plate light stayed on after I shut the jeep off. So I started disconnecting the positive feed to the battery. After doing that half a dozen times, the tail light and license light stayed off. But then I lost the interior lights and radio. Then, I let my brother in ... Read More

Jeep Liberty CRD Factory Service Manuals

• Jeep Liberty CRD Factory Service Manuals

  Written by: crash227 on Apr 2, 2011 6:13:48 PM

  I am shopping for a good used set of Factory Service Manuals. I found several nice seven (7) volume sets for the 2005 Model Year CRD that specifically mention the Diesel. However, I can't find any used manuals for the 2006 Model Year and the New Set I found (old printing) has only three (3) volumes. I have the CD manual for my 2006 Liberty and it has all the gas ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Transmission Problems

• transfer case

  Written by: cartercan2 on Feb 18, 2011 1:50:55 PM

  have a 2005 jeep liberty 78,000 mile. last week started with a loud sound almost a rumble when u hit 50 mph( not grinding) mid vehicle. The vehicle is well maintained not used off road, occ tows a boat short distance. transfer case appears to have some fluid on the bottom side. will check fluid tomorrow need allen wrench. any suggestions?

Jeep Liberty Noises and Sounds

• Grinding sound 2005 Liberty Renegade

  Written by: ledarling83 on Jan 14, 2011 11:14:26 AM

  I have a 2005 Jeep Liberty Renegade Edition. It has been very well cared for and just went over 100k. We had a major snow storm here in MA on Wednesday. I put it in 4 wheel drive to get through the snow and it seemed to be fine. I never use the 2 low or the 4 wheel drive. After the storm I put it back in the normal gear ... Read More

Jeep Liberty: Steering Stability and Suspension

• Re: 2005 steering and/or suspension problem [bamahondafan]

  Written by: dubnigel on Dec 23, 2010 4:09:44 AM

  I have the same issues with my 2003 Liberty Renegade. I bought it with non standard springs and shocks which have all now been replaced. It feels as if the rear end is doing a shimmy all the time on the road and the rear end of the car rocks quite severely over speed bumps (of which we have a lot). When the car had oversize springs it seemed to sit ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Electrical and Lighting Problems

• Re: jeep liberty 2005 electrical issues [gofarcar]

  Written by: gofarcar on Nov 7, 2010 11:42:07 AM

  I'm posting a follow up to my mysterious Jeep Liberty horn stuck and headlight flashing report. It wasn't long before I noticed the carpet on the entire driver's side was absolutely soaked, sopping, drenched — A LEAK! I cut the carpeting out (it was staring to stink) and I found a wire harness with hundreds of wires underneath soaking in a channel of water. My mechanic assured me that a wet ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Problem Codes and TSBs

• Re: Engine Stalls while stopping (2008 Jeep Liberty) [nyhug]

  Written by: dletourneau on Mar 24, 2010 6:22:32 AM

  I have the same issue on my 2005 liberty CRD.. This is not a fuel issue.. The stalling issue happens more frequently when it is warm outside. It typically only happens when bring the vehicle to the 1st stop following the starting of the vehicle. I feels like the transmission locks the torque converter up and stalls under the load. Once the vehicle is restarted the vehicle will run fine.. There ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Electrical and Lighting Problems

• Re: Jeep Liberty 2005 won't start [dgrogan]

  Written by: rickc38 on Oct 26, 2010 3:15:56 AM

  My guess is replace the battery, probably not charging anymore.

• Jeep Liberty 2005 won't start

  Written by: dgrogan on Oct 26, 2010 3:03:16 AM

  Good morning, a friend's Jeep Liberty worked fine one evening, and then refused to turn over the next morning. She was able to get a jump, and the engine started, but she says that the engine died when she took her foot off of the gas. The jumper cables were connected the entire time, so my limited knowledge leads me to believe that the alternator is not at fault, again, since ... Read More

• Re: jeep liberty 2005 electrical issues [jdean4]

  Written by: gofarcar on Oct 25, 2010 8:39:28 PM

  This past weekend it rained heavily here in the Northern Sierra. Sunday morning the horn started — intermittently at first, then just full on. I disconnected te battery. Then I called a reputable Jeep mechanic and he told me to buy a new battery because the "cheap" battery I had just bought a year ago probably had a short and was causing major voltage fluctuations, thus causing the problem. I got ... Read More

Major Malfunction of Jeep Liberty CRD

• Fuel probs

  Written by: countryboy8 on Oct 5, 2010 1:28:11 PM

  2005 liberty that has had EGR probs, they are to be fixed how, but now there is a fuel leak prob. I put a inline electric pump and jeep still dies! Help!!!!!!!!!

Jeep Liberty: Steering Stability and Suspension

• 2005 steering and/or suspension problem

  Written by: bamahondafan on Oct 4, 2010 7:13:20 AM

  I have a 2005 Jeep Liberty with 83K miles and just recently the vehicle has demonstrated a steering/suspension problem. It has fairly new Bridgestone radials with about 10K of mileage. When the vehicle has been driven for 10 miles or so and and more than 65 mph, it begins to wander and feel unstable. It almost feels as if it hydroplanes slightly or your sliding on ice for a split second. ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Power Windows

• rear window regulator

  Written by: jducey on Sep 22, 2010 6:49:24 AM

  We have two Jeep Libertys in the family - ours is a 2005, our daughter's is a 2004. Both have had the back driver's side rear window regulators break. This means that not only will the window not function for up and down (which we could live with) but that the windows fall down and won't stay up. We had ours fixed in June '09 - Chrysler (obviously knowing there is ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Diesel

• Adding a lift pump to a Jeep Liberty CRD

  Written by: unclebob9 on Sep 18, 2010 10:49:41 PM

  After reading about so many people having air problems in their fuel system and the fix being a lift pump, I decided to put one in my 2006. I bought a used lify pump and fuel sending unit from a 2005 Dodge 2500 Cummings truck.( $100 delivered). I had to cut off the tab on the top (just used wire cutters) for it to fit in My CRD and I changed ... Read More

Considering a 2005 Liberty CRD

• Re: Considering a 2005 Liberty CRD [spinetrak]

  Written by: edlankford on Aug 28, 2010 8:37:23 AM

  I live in Southern California and I bought my CRD new in 2006. I now have 135,000 miles on it with no major problems. The CRD was not sold in California so I bought it in Arizona and took an out of state delivery and regestered it in another state until it had 7,500 miles and was considered used, then you can register it in California. I really work this jeep, ... Read More

Liberty vs FJ Cruiser

• Re: Liberty vs FJ Cruiser [overloaded]

  Written by: winter2 on Aug 10, 2010 1:00:05 PM

  I own a 2005 Jeep Liberty Limited CRD (diesel) with over 71K miles on it. I have been satisfied with it's reliability. It has a very stout suspension, a strong engine and a fairly good drivetrain. The four wheel drive portion of the drivetrain has been flawless requiring only servicing every 25K miles. The engine has been good and I have had only one software failure on the engine controller. It ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Electrical and Lighting Problems

• Re: jeep liberty 2005 electrical issues [jdean4]

  Written by: 351a on Jul 25, 2010 5:05:18 PM

  Hello, Jdean4 I have the same vehicle with the same problems did you ever find a answer to the issues or how to get it fixed??? I am trying to get help with my vehicle its just hard to find answers from anyone. Thanks 351A

• light problem and horn problems

  Written by: 351a on Jul 25, 2010 4:49:26 PM

  I have a 2005 liberty everything works fine in good weather conditions but when it rains hard the lights come on by themselves while the car is parked and can't be turned off. If i dont catch it in time naturely the battery is drained when this happens and i try to start the jeep the lights go out but come back on when i shut it off. It also messes ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Power Windows

• Re: Liberty Power Windows [charliee1]

  Written by: shannon31 on Jul 19, 2010 10:13:44 AM

  I own a 2005 Jeep Liberty and I am on my fourth window to replace. I sent certified letters to Chrysler, Better Business Bureau and my Jeep Dealership explaining the situation. I am still waiting to hear back from Chrysler but wanted to get an update on your experience. This seems to be an ongoing issue with a product of Chryslers and they are responsible for fixing it...not just sticking a ... Read More

Jeep Liberty/Liberty Diesel Brakes

• locking breaks

  Written by: gbeck5 on Jul 15, 2010 6:55:46 PM

  I have replaced the breakpads and the calliveter on my 2005 jeep liberty. What else could be causing them to lock up every other day

Jeep Liberty Electrical and Lighting Problems

• jeep liberty 2005 electrical issues

  Written by: jdean4 on Jul 6, 2010 6:19:25 PM

  my 2005 liberty has a problem when it rains very heavily. The car is parked and not running when this happens. The horn blows continuously until the battery is touched. Then the lights will not go off, the windows do not work, and the car will NOT start. I had it jumped, but it did not help. I waited a couple of hours, and then it started. When i had it ... Read More

• Jeep Liberty fan blower issue resolved - easy fix

  Written by: jscott228 on Jun 17, 2010 7:27:59 PM

  Thanks to all those that posted the easy fix for the blower resistor. It is just as explained in this blog. My fan was only working on level 4 on my 2005 Liberty Renegade. I purchased the blower resistor at my local auto parts store today for $15 plus tax. Once you buy it and look at it, it's easy to identify it once you drop the glove box. Open your ... Read More

Jeep Liberty: The Friendly Manual

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty problems [dtdnick1029]

  Written by: travlinsam on Jun 15, 2010 1:27:44 PM

  Do a search online...there are free manuals online (you want an owner's manual, right? Not a repair guide).

Jeep Liberty Diesel

• Timing belt & water pump.

  Written by: elder2 on Jun 13, 2010 8:48:22 PM

  Traded my 01 Durango w/4.7L & 15-18 MPG for a CRD on Feb 15, 2005. EGR was replaced @ 19k, F37 @ 24k. F37 enabled me and everyone else who drove it to start from a stop without chirping the tires [yeah, the stock GY Wranglers were bad]. MPGs dropped a little and it was a bit slower, but still plenty responsive. Did the elephant hose, added a boost gauge, use ... Read More

• Re: transmission [warren9]

  Written by: winter2 on May 28, 2010 10:56:50 AM

  If you have a 2005 or 2006 Jeep Liberty with the diesel and five speed automatic, the trans will drain back into the pan. It takes about 15 -25 seconds of idling to refill the trans. There is a TSB about this and if the F37 recall is done it resolves that issue.

Jeep Liberty Starting and Stalling Difficulties

• Re: 2005 Liberty Sport CRD stalling [05libertycrd]

  Written by: dletourneau on Apr 29, 2010 10:51:42 PM

  Sadly it is not a fuel filter. it is not an oil issue.. Sadly it is a transmission issue. Specifically a torque converter issue.. When coming to a stop does the jeep feel like it wants to keep pushing until it finally starts chugging and dies. if so, you have the plague of the 05 jeep CRDs.. I have had my jeep into the deal 10 times for this issue. had ... Read More

Who is Happy with their Jeep Liberty CRD?

• Recalls

  Written by: weeze1 on Apr 27, 2010 5:19:40 PM

  Can anyone tell me what recalls have been done on a 2005 jeep liberty diesel.

Jeep Liberty Diesel Oil Questions

• 2005 Jeep liberty diesel burning oil ...... help

  Written by: tcluff on Apr 21, 2010 2:16:56 PM

  I have a 2005 Jeep liberty diesel and it is burning oil. At idle I get a large amount of smoke from the exhaust This is engine oil smoke and not diesel smoke. I have replaced the Pressure relief valve that is connected to the intake (preturbo) and that did not remedy the oil smoke from the exhaust. My concern is: could it be the turbo seals or is it more ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Engine and Performance Problems

• Jeep Liberty Air Condition Compressor

  Written by: edlankford on Mar 9, 2010 9:23:58 AM

  Air Condition Compressor runs when button is OFF, Temperature on Full Hot and Air directed to the Floor. I can understand why it might run when on Defrost but why when full heat directed to floor. Both my 2005 and 2006... Help Help Help

Jeep Liberty Diesel Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2006 jeep liberty CRD [ddvman]

  Written by: cgreco59 on Feb 24, 2010 11:28:08 AM

  I’m considering buying a 2005 used diesel liberty, being that they were only in production for a couple of years do I need to be afraid of buying and having issues the vehicle it has 62k miles on it.

Jeep Liberty Diesel

• Re: glow plug problem [oscarfree1]

  Written by: CRD_Bullydog on Feb 24, 2010 7:17:26 AM

  Hello, Sorry to hear you have had so many repeat problems. It seem that the dealorships don't know what to tell you or how to prevent these incidents. If you really like your CRD I would suggest you buy a $150 analyzer and cable to read the ECU codes yourself. It cost almost $100 per read at the dealorship. To start, why so many EGR valves! Carbon from exhaust gas recirculation ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Electrical and Lighting Problems

• Possible Short Circuit?

  Written by: gremmie on Feb 19, 2010 7:25:03 PM

  We have a 2005 Jeep Liberty. My wife had taken the car to work and back along with running a few errands with no problems. She goes to leave the house 5 minutes later and won't turn over at all, although some of the lights come on. But, there is very little power - not even enough to lock doors. I put the key in the door (remote entry won't work) ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Starting and Stalling Difficulties

• Re: 2005 Liberty Sport CRD stalling [05libertycrd]

  Written by: caribou1 on Feb 12, 2010 4:59:52 AM

  The valve that sets the fuel pressure inside the common rail could give you the same symptom taken into account that the engine is warm and suddenly unloaded by applying the brakes. Try not to use the A/C to see if there is a difference. How does your transmission pull on the engine when this occurs? Have you tried going into Neutral just as you come to a stop? I tend ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Liberty Sport CRD stalling [05libertycrd]

  Written by: 05libertycrd on Feb 11, 2010 3:20:18 PM

  Now I'm up to four episodes of completely stalling, and the Jeep's at the dealer since 0700 today. In phone call with tech this PM, I was told that (a) they didn't pull any codes from the vehicle's computer- when they hooked up "the Derby" to it to check for DTCs, (b) they couldn't replicate the problem when they drove it [of course not], (c), they'd been working on the scheduled ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Liberty Sport CRD stalling [caribou1]

  Written by: 05libertycrd on Feb 11, 2010 3:08:19 PM

  "Is your engine already warm when it stalls coming to the stoplight you describe?" Yes and no. It's now stalled--completely died, that is--four times. Each occurred within a mile or two of starting a trip. Some warm-up had been allowed for each episode. The warm-up time allowed for the engine during each of these circumstances varies from approx. 3 to as much as 20 min, all spent sitting in lot at ... Read More

Jeep Liberty/Liberty Diesel Brakes

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty Diesel Brake Problem [gmc11]

  Written by: gmc11 on Jan 23, 2010 7:34:30 AM

  Dealer replaced the CAB module. Problem still exists. Jeep is synonymous with Junk!

Jeep Liberty Transmission Problems

• early shifting

  Written by: grod1 on Jan 22, 2010 10:05:23 AM

  I have a 2005 liberty with 68000 miles.the problem I am having is the jeep shifts in to overdrive too early.when I accelerate it shifts normal but goes into high at about 40-45 mph,but I have to give it more "gas" ,then it down shifts until it gets to around 60 mph.the only way to eliminate the problem is to really get on it from the start,then relax the acceleration when ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Warning Lights and Gauges

• 2006 CRD jeep liberty

  Written by: corndog on Jan 12, 2010 3:58:05 PM

  Have had so many of these same problems as those posted gas cap, stained seats, engine light, part time and full time 4x4 lights, every dash light is on now.Chrysler doesn't have mechanics that know anything about diesels and all they want to do is change the computers to the tune of 1200 dollars. We have 100 thousand miles on jeep high yes but that was why we bought this jeep ... Read More

Jeep Liberty/Liberty Diesel Brakes

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty Diesel Brake Problem [gmc11]

  Written by: gmc11 on Jan 2, 2010 6:42:20 AM

  Update: Check the pedal with no key in the ignition. Pedal is hard, does not fall away. Turn on the key, this energizes the antilock brake electronic module. Now pedal falls away. Problem must be in the electronic module (CAB) or in the wheel sensors. I will be going back to the dealer with this new information. Stay tuned.

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty Diesel Brake Problem [gmc11]

  Written by: gmc11 on Jan 1, 2010 6:32:24 AM

  Dealer has now replaced the master cylinder and the antilock brake control module. Brakes are doing the same thing. Pedal will go to the floor when steady pressure is applied. Dealer stated that they have now checked four Jeep Liberty Diesels and they all have this same symptom.

Jeep Liberty Diesel

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter [zoomy2]

  Written by: mdamick on Dec 12, 2009 7:52:08 PM

  Mine had the filter housing replaced under warranty. I have heard that the problem is air is sucked into the filter via the plug assemblies. If the dealer pulled them when they changed the filter that could have caused your problem. As to the F37-I put a vacuum T on the turbo control unit. This allows a little more boost off the line and I don't have power issues. In fact, ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter [zoomy2]

  Written by: gh1961 on Dec 10, 2009 1:47:20 PM

  the fuel filter is an autozone# 33647...think it is about 25 dollars and comes with instructions to easily change out the water indicator.

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter [zoomy2]

  Written by: 05crdjeep on Dec 10, 2009 12:42:54 PM

  I was informed of the TSB and they wanted $420 for the operation. I purchased three new fuel separator filter units on EBay from Hall Chrysler Jeep in MIchigan. They're sitting on my shelf and I intend to use them when it needs changing. I figure by avoiding the migration to a new filter housing (the two I've had have worked fine and my 2005 CRD is running flawlessly) I can ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter [zoomy2]

  Written by: gh1961 on Dec 7, 2009 7:59:12 PM

  did u bleed the air screw on top?

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter [crash227]

  Written by: zoomy2 on Dec 7, 2009 3:36:48 PM

  I had my fuel filter changed at the dealer two weeks ago. When I go the Jeep back it now sputters around 1400 RPM, more-so when warming up after it has been driven to operational temperature and then turned off for a while. I took it back the following Wednesday to have them fix it. What they told me is that I have to replace the filter housing under a TSB ... Read More

Jeep Liberty/Liberty Diesel Brakes

• 2005 Jeep Liberty Diesel Brake Problem

  Written by: gmc11 on Dec 5, 2009 1:54:11 PM

  Brakes went to the floor on hard emergency stop. Vehicle continued to roll nearly colliding with another vehicle. No brake fluid leaks were found. Dealer has stated that the problem is in the master cylinder or the boost module. Master cylinder was replaced and problem still exists. To check, with vehicle turned off, apply pressure to the brake pedal. If the pedal continues to the floor, there is a problem with ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Diesel

• Oil consumption issue

  Written by: winter2 on Nov 30, 2009 5:16:57 PM

  This evening I received a call from another 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD owner who uses the same dealer I use. The dealer asked me to speak with this fellow. In our discussion I learned the following. 1. His CRD has about 74K miles on it. He purchased it new and has been using the Mobil 1 0W-40 oil. Oil change interval is 6250 miles. 2. Up to about a year ago, ... Read More

• 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter

  Written by: crash227 on Nov 24, 2009 2:14:18 PM

  I started changing my own Water Separator/Fuel Filters a year or so ago when my wife filled my CRD's tank with E-85 instead of Diesel! I posted a pretty detailed description of that job on this forum. As for the filter & WIF sensor, I tried to remove it as specified in the Jeep Factory Service Manual and it was too difficult from below. I ended up taking off the fuel ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter [winter2]

  Written by: isx on Nov 22, 2009 5:00:41 PM

  Yeah everyone has there own way of doing things. We are all different, it would be a boring world if everyone was the same. Whatever works for the individual. Does anyone out there have any experience with the 3.0 CRD.

• Revisiting an Old Question

  Written by: willysjeep on Nov 22, 2009 3:23:14 PM

  I posed this question to this forum back in 2005. Since that time, I am assuming that the increased experience with the Jeep Liberty CRD may give me a better answer. OK, with that prelude here it is: How long will the turbocharger last? I do not drive the vehicle at high speeds. Occasionally I pull a 5' X 8' trailer. I change the oil regularly, a bit more often than ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter [isx]

  Written by: winter2 on Nov 22, 2009 3:14:51 PM

  I have attempted to pull the water sensor as you suggest but I am not enough of a contortionist to do that.

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter [isx]

  Written by: caribou1 on Nov 22, 2009 1:19:34 AM

  There are at least two models of fuel filter housings. http://richard.fortin.free.fr/KJ_diesel/Corps_filtre.jpg Mine is the "Parker_Racor" type and I can spill fuel because the water separator bowl is fairly large and the fuel gasket between bowl and cartridge comes out of it's seat without warning I tried both ways and prefer to clamp the housing over the angle of a workbench to recuperate the fuel and torque the cartridge without damaging other ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter [winter2]

  Written by: isx on Nov 21, 2009 2:59:04 PM

  You take the whole fuel filter assembly off to change the fuel filter? What a waste of time. Take the WIF sensor connector off and just spin the filter off.

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter [davep5]

  Written by: winter2 on Nov 21, 2009 11:35:43 AM

  Fuel filter change is not a five minute job. I have done it several times (yearly) and altogether takes about forty-five minutes. It looks like you need to remove a few sensors and bingo off the filter comes, but that is not the case. You need to remove the sensors at their connections and the hoses, then unbolt the whole unit from the firewall. Once off and out of the engine ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD- Alternator Change [davep5]

  Written by: caribou1 on Nov 20, 2009 11:37:29 PM

  Hi davep5, I chose to install a new alternator because I can not evaluate the effect of vibrations on the varnish used to isolate the copper windings. The new alternator also came with a free wheeling pulley and the refurbished model had a fixed pulley (on the picture). All in all I got what I paid for.

• 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Fuel Filter

  Written by: davep5 on Nov 20, 2009 5:21:20 PM

  Found out the hard way, don't let the dealer replace the fuel filter. The "labor operation code" lists 1 hour for the change! At my local Jeep dealer, that's $100 ! It takes maybe 5 minutes to change the filter and maybe another 3 minute to prime it. Chalk it up to lessons learned :-(

• 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD- Alternator Change

  Written by: davep5 on Nov 20, 2009 5:15:56 PM

  I am new to this forum, but I find it very informative. Just changed the alternator on my 2005 Liberty CRD, at 76,000 miles! I use a "remanufactured unit" that was a lot less than one from MOPAR. The "reman" unit was $150 less and guarenteed. The alternator change was straight forward. Three bolts and it's off. The serpentine belt was a challenge. Clearnace between the fan shroud and the auto ... Read More

• Re: Jeep Liberty CRD Problem [desmo750ss]

  Written by: iee1mk on Nov 11, 2009 4:26:28 PM

  desmo750ss Just wanted to let you know that I had the exact same problem with surging and smoking just this past Sunday. I looked at your post and saw that pulling the MAF helped, so I tied it because I knew I shouldn't drive it far in that condition. Then, I also had the sound of rushing air, but with some loss of power. The advice to keep the MAF unplugged ... Read More

• Re: EGR Issues [synlubes]

  Written by: winter2 on Nov 1, 2009 2:34:52 PM

  I presented Amsoil 5W-30 diesel oil to the engine manufacturer, V.M. Motori, and they told me that so long as the temperature was below 40 degrees F, the oil was fine. Anything above 40 degrees F and the oil did not have the proper specs to protect the engine. On Amsoil's website, the 5W-30 is not even listed as an optional oil for the CRD. Only the European Formula 5W-40 is ... Read More

• Jet Fuel in a CRD

  Written by: ischilf on Oct 30, 2009 5:22:08 PM

  Hello all. I'm new to the forum, but have had my 2005 Jeep Liberty Sport CRD since it was new. Last year during the winter I was using jet fuel in the diesle engine and noticed only one difference, that being that when it was at idle the temp guage would be a little warmer (still in normal operating temp) then using regular diesel bought from cenex. I was told this ... Read More

• stripped oil pan threads by lube shop

  Written by: shar13 on Oct 29, 2009 7:37:02 AM

  I have a 2005 jeep liberty diesel. Recently I had the oil changed at a lube shop and they apparently stripped the threads on the oil pan. Much of my oil - down to the minimum level was on my garage floor when I noticed oil leaking out from under my jeep. Can I hold the lube shop liable? I had to have the oil pan replaced by my jeep dealer ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Starting and Stalling Difficulties

• Re: Stalling Issues 2003 jeep liberty renegade [xbeanx]

  Written by: pktechgirl on Oct 11, 2009 11:02:37 PM

  My 2005 Liberty Renegade (manual trans) just started having the same stall/idle issue, same symptoms over the last few days. It's got 61k miles. Day before I'd just finished a 600 mile drive and was using the defrost. I'd left the defrost on when I got out and thought maybe it wore out the battery. Swapped battery and jeep restarted but stalled over and over, especially while turning and braking. It's ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Electrical and Lighting Problems

• Re: Body Control Module vs Low Beam Relay 2005 Jeep Liberty [wezwe]

  Written by: libertygirl13 on Oct 8, 2009 3:46:40 PM

  Thank you, Wezwe, for your good comments :-) I hadn't used the highbeams before it happened....Now, I know that it's not my imagination and I'll keep tabs on what else is going on in the car when this happens again. I'm like you, and won't bring my car in for this problem unless it becomes a hazard... I'll post when I have any more info. Thanks!

• Re: Body Control Module vs Low Beam Relay 2005 Jeep Liberty [libertygirl13]

  Written by: wezwe on Oct 8, 2009 6:16:06 AM

  Had you used the highbeams AT ALL, prior to the flickering, Libertygirl13? I have not had a problem in 4 months, since eliminating TOTAL use of my mine. Unfortunately, living in a somewhat country area, this can prove to be a littel frustrating. I am searching for answers BEFORE bringing it to a dealer and will let everyone know, my progress. FYI - I have 104,000. miles and have had the ... Read More

• Re: Body Control Module vs Low Beam Relay 2005 Jeep Liberty [libertygirl13]

  Written by: yojupiter7 on Oct 8, 2009 6:01:06 AM

  so this message is for libertygirl ?or who ever has the same problem i think i m kind of confuse here well my wife car have the same problem well is more than that but could you please pay attention look at at the speedometer and radio when that happens because it happens so fast that you can even see it sometimes and if is you the one with that flashing ... Read More

• Re: Body Control Module vs Low Beam Relay 2005 Jeep Liberty [wezwe]

  Written by: libertygirl13 on Oct 8, 2009 4:15:06 AM

  For the first time, my outside lights flickered up and down (looked liked I had flickered the highbeams on) on their own...It happened a few times and my hand wasn't near the highbeam lever...hummm I own a 2003 Jeep Liberty ( 138,000 miles) I hope that this isn't a major problem...Does anyone know how to fix this if it becomes more serious?

• Re: Body Control Module vs Low Beam Relay 2005 Jeep Liberty [yojupiter7]

  Written by: wezwe on Oct 2, 2009 6:17:32 AM

  YoJupiter7 - That is exactly the same problems I have, all lights (inside & out) & radio shut off for a second or two and will do it two or three times in a row. I have a 2004 Liberty Scary to say the least. I've been following this issue on Edmunds, for several months. However, I have come to my own conclusion that I do not have this issue, if ... Read More

• Re: Body Control Module vs Low Beam Relay 2005 Jeep Liberty [meason]

  Written by: yojupiter7 on Oct 2, 2009 5:17:28 AM

  Im very confuse with the forum i don't know if i am geting the people with similar problems i see you solved your problem and i don't what was your problem but i do know what mine is what is : lights momentarily flash off when i n driving with the lights on...but not only the lights also the radio and speedometer just for a second and when is cold it ... Read More

Help! Is the 2005 Liberty CRD reliable?

• Re: Help! Is the 2005 Liberty CRD reliable? [tidester]

  Written by: rutabaga1973 on Oct 1, 2009 4:03:42 AM

  Thank you! I had checked out the Who is Happy with their Jeep Liberty CRD?" thread--very helpful--but was hoping for some more updated opinions now that 2 more years have gone by and there are probably more '05's pushing 75K plus. Any takers?

• Re: Help! Is the 2005 Liberty CRD reliable? [rutabaga1973]

  Written by: tidester on Sep 30, 2009 9:52:11 PM

  You may want to take a look at Who is Happy with their Jeep Liberty CRD?. tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper

Jeep Liberty Electrical and Lighting Problems

• Re: Body Control Module vs Low Beam Relay 2005 Jeep Liberty [meason]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Sep 30, 2009 3:33:24 PM

  Good for you. I really am skeptical that the BCM comes "pre-programmed". I think what that means is that it comes with a series of DEFAULT settings. That's not going to work for you IMO.

• Body Control Module vs Low Beam Relay 2005 Jeep Liberty

  Written by: meason on Sep 30, 2009 3:27:13 PM

  Good news. I received conformation from the local Jeep dealer that the circuit does go through the relay then to the fuse panel. 2nd posting did confirm that the relay was on the back side of the panel (of course). Dealer indicated that relay is only $14 and the BCM if required is $275 (rather than the $600 -$800 I previously heard). Jeep parts department also indicated that the BCM comes ... Read More

• Scanner to check Body Control Module

  Written by: meason on Sep 29, 2009 4:26:17 PM

  I have a 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD. The low beam lights do not work. Does the Body Control Module (BCM) provide error messages? Is there a scanner that can be purchased to read errors from the BCM via the PCI data bus network?

Jeep Liberty Noises and Sounds

• Rumble/Viberation on at 70mph

  Written by: rhodesk22 on Aug 26, 2009 1:45:46 PM

  I have a 2005 Jeep liberty renegade. I have a rumbling noise and viberation around 70mph then it goes away and come back from around 83 up on. Does anyone have any idea as to what this could be? It seemed to start after I had the rear U-Joint replaced. So I think the U-Joint may either have a defect or is not in place correctly. Anyone else have suggestions or ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Power Windows

• 2006 Liberty CRD windows

  Written by: edlankford on Aug 1, 2009 12:45:53 PM

  Had second rear window/regulator replaced at jeep dealer. When I picked up my vehicle the front passenger side window was being held up with the suction cup from my GPS. Service adviser told me that when the tech opened and closed the window it just dropped like the others that they just replaced. Called Chrysler and they said I was on my own. (they provided parts on two rear windows). Located ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Diesel Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Problems with EGR Valve on 05 Liberty CRD [jraguilar86]

  Written by: tony_eye on Jul 15, 2009 4:32:20 PM

  Hi, I'm new to this forum and also have problems with the EGR valve on my 2005 Jeep Liberty. At 50,000 miles the check engine light came on and there was a loss of power at low RPM. When the engine was cold there was almost no throttle response from a stop, then a huge power surge and an equally huge black cloud behind me. My local Jeep dealer (where I ... Read More

Jeep Liberty Real World MPG

• MPG

  Written by: gpshunter on Jul 1, 2009 3:00:46 PM

  Getting back to the original topic.... I bought a used 2003 Liberty in August 2006 with about 40k miles on it. I now have 128k miles on it (I drive a lot) and overall, I have seen around 17 to 19 mpg. I just put a large Thule cargo box on the roof (to make up for what has long been my biggest gripe with the Liberty: insufficient cargo space) and ... Read More