10 Things I Hate About My Jeep

In This video we breakdown 10 things we hate about our 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD turbo Diesel. Hopefully if you plan to buy one of these jeeps this video will be helpful. If you have any questions or anything to add please leave it in the comments bellow! Thanks for watching!
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[@GitItGarage]

Also Something I have come to learn which may be a pretty high on the list (close to or maybe even #1) the dropped valve issue these engines seem to have around the 115k mark for the early ones, Going to be getting into the engine of this beast soon and showing how to possibly prevent that, I hope we can git that done before she blows up! , timing belt how to coming soon as well!

[@laurenjoan7802]

Mine is at 200k+ original engine

[@melissadildy9584]

I have over 200k. Still going strong

[@TeeTafoya87]

@@melissadildy9584 Just hit 288,000!!

[@briansullivan8784]

200K still going strong

[@northstarracing18d-4d]

All the XJ owners in the comments saying “just get a real jeep” are toxic to the jeep community

[@jesseholbrook9534]

run what you got... pompas dicks are everywere

[@rwolf16-i9d]

Real jeep fans except all jeeps as much as I don't like a few modern jeeps they are still very real jeeps people just hate on the liberty cuz it was supposed to replace the cherokee and many still think it's a huge down grade

[@official_commanderhale965]

#1 reason I hate my Liberty CRD is an empty Apple Pie Box in the center. Absolutely useless design flaw.

[@VPvertix]

I own 2 of these liberty CRD and I absolutely love them. The easiest fix for the trailer hitch is to get an extended hitch. Thank you for making content on these surprisingly rare jeeps!

[@camofpv]

I can’t believe you’re real. You hate the transmission because you’re afraid it may fail??? You should add tyres to your hate list because they may blow. Also you should hate suspension because you will need to fix it at some point. The trailer hitch - just open the damn door -couple it then shut them. As for the most of the rest I’m pretty sure that it was easy to spot before buying. You have actually convinced me that this is a good car

[@cw8537]

You should add more stickers to it. Should fix everything.

[@therealexodis1066]

He will gain like 250 hp

[@user-py8xw5bk1s]

You have convinced me to buy the Jeep Sport ‘02. Thank you

[@coreygrieb5073]

Owned my liberty for 4 years now. Easy to fix once you start finding out more about it, and yes your hitch is upside down as well as the ball.

[@vickylanding2830]

But it cost so much 😕

[@joshrundell829]

I have 2 liberties and I rarely have issues I don't see why ppl think they are bad vehicles they get me out of everything and only shit I ever need to do is fluids and brakes and tires

[@bretthall3845]

Guys in lifted, smoking diesel pickups call them "girl Jeeps". I just don't have anything I need to overcompensate for!

[@official_commanderhale965]

Guys in their Mustang thinks he’s fast, but a little rain and my CRD in 4x4 All Time and they can’t cope.

[@juliogonzo2718]

I just bought a Dakota. I suspect I will get made fun of by 5' 6" 2500 owners with small units

[@juliogonzo2718]

@Pyroist that would be a long labour

[@mannydcbianco]

Thank you for a very helpful video. We're looking to add a small, inexpensive 4x4 SUV to our garage and the Liberty is probably at the top of the list right now. All vehicles have their weaknesses but unfortunately most owners are very reluctant to admit flaws in their vehicles of choice, so it can be very difficult to do research because stuff like this is rarely mentioned in reviews. Thank you again, very informative!

[@CFITOMAHAWK2]

He was been sarcastic about most of them. No SUV is perfect.

[@rwolf16-i9d]

The rear seats hit the front seats when folding down u have to move your front seats forward then back to get it to sit flat been my issue with mine if that's the flaws your referring to

[@mannydcbianco]

@@rwolf16-i9d Haha, we did end up getting a Liberty and the thing you mention was one of the first things that ended up annoying us. Not a deal breaker by any means, but certainly an annoyance.

[@mikpug]

Agree with all 10 things. We still love our KJ Jeep over in Great Britain.

[@kcirrednosrednad3596]

I have had my 07 for about 1.5 years now and I have to say that I love the car. I live in Joliet which is outside of Chicago. We get alot of snow here and it plows through it real good. I named it "Liberty or Death".

[@c.glivingstone9832]

Fair points, but these are all pretty trivial things considering the Jeep's purpose.I'm really happy with my Jeep 2.8 Diesel CRD (manual).The central console window buttons are okay where they are, no big deal.I also drive a Ford Ranger 4x4, and a Jaguar S Type; but I quickly adapted to the Jeep's layout.Many cars have ergonomic variations.Off road, the Ranger was a worthy, reliable pick up: but the Jeep has gone places where the Ranger struggled.It is just brilliant in snow, water, ice, mud, grass etc. A few weeks ago, I ploughed through deep powder like it wasn't there. I only went to '4 High' and it climbed effortlessly.

[@ssstttyyy]

Didn't you see all these things when you bought it?

[@ericraeder2571]

I have a lowered trailer ball hitch on my liberty and never had to take the tire spare tire off

[@allenchristopher7290]

Love my 06 jeep liberty. Got rear ended by a ford explorer which the explorer was totaled. My spare tire took the blow. Rear gate got pushed in but its fixable. I got over 226000 miles on her. Replace the water pump, serpentine belt and wheel bearing. Still getting me around.

[@ORIGINALREDY2MIX]

I got one 2 days ago for deliveries and I love it

[@troytaylor9228]

I ordered a Jeep Liberty KJ in 2001 when they first came out. As a kid my uncle had a Willy's Jeep Overland wagon and the Liberty reminded me of that in an updated version. This, the fact Daimler owned them now, and the fact I needed a retirement gift for my wife combined for me to order one just the way I wanted it for us, and Jeep didn't miss a thing! Got it all spot on and we took delivery of it in Oct 01. That was 17 years ago and I have no regrets. It's a fine vehicle. I've owned two Lincoln Navigators, a Toyota Rav 4, and a Ford King Ranch F150 in that 17 years all which came and went but the KJ is still here! Why? It's been great! Overall it's a great rig and I've owned some of the greats and could buy whatever I wanted. I've owned a XJ also and frankly like the Liberty much much better all around. Don't get me started. If you are into building yeah maybe then the XJ but most don't mess with this. Being a senior citizen I owned two FJ40 LandCruisers and a FJ62 LandCruiser from 88 as vehicles we had to have living on the reservations treating the Indian natives when we were in the Indian Health Service and we've had this Liberty we own now on all the same exact pinon and high mountain goat trails as we used those tank LandCruisers on including the same trails in four corners USA and in Utah, AZ, NM and various places in Colorado including Telluride and you know what? I'd rate the Liberty as very capable at all elevations, in all climates and on all trails! On trails in AR where I've had numerous other vehicles I've owned at a farm we have frequented for many years as well as those mentioned I'd rate the Libby in the top five for how it handled that trail overall! We call this the back way out because it's a goat trail and only used when the river is too high to get out at the spillway. The times we had to use it the Liberty pulled through like a champ each time. Anyone that says the Liberty isn't a real Jeep doesn't know one and certainly hasn't driven one properly equipped for some trails! Trust me they certainly are the real deal. And one more thing> I've been to the Jeep dealers since Fiat bought them and I see nothing they offer now that even compares to the Jeep we own. I'd never let go of a Daimler Jeep if you have one. No wonder Jeep won't leave me alone wanting it back. Jeep ruined a prime op though and should have been hung for missing the golden opportunity to mesh the legendary Jeep with the legendary Mercedes diesel engines. They could have made history and we'd have something to truly brag on then but the Liberty has earned some praise in my opinion. The good news is some companies are starting to recognize the deal Jeep Liberties offer and are now offering a lot of upgrades and add ons on the used markets. These are one of the best deals in used cars and particularly the best years of 04 through 06. I'd suggest after owning my 02 that those are the best years and when (note not if) I buy my next one it will be one from 05 if I can find it Also, get the leather seats if you can find one. Well worth it over cloth. Mine have held up like a champ and another thing to the maker of this video. The center console controls for the window thing is a copy of the Lincoln Navigator. They were trying to make a luxury mini-Lincoln type classic in a Limited. My 06 Navigator was laid out exactly like the Jeep Libby we own. Other than the Alpine stereo instead of Infinity as in my Jeep they matched up apples to apples for feature to feature even down to the controls for the stereo on the steering wheel.

[@official_commanderhale965]

Troy Taylor I got lucky here in Oregon when I was on the market for a Jeep. I almost bought an 06, but it was sold the day before and instead I bought my all white (in regards to the fender paint as well) 05 liberty Limited CRD I’m about to have the transmission solenoids replaced and the ball joints. But honestly those weren’t as expensive as the dealerships will make them seem. I love the vehicle and looking back on it, I wouldn’t want to have any other Jeep.

[@Shayechique]

Love the Liberty. I owned 2 Grand Cherokees 97 & 99, but traded for an 07 Liberty about 12 years ago. Never getting rid of it

[@jeffmee763]

Hi Just keep the oil clean it helps to stop the lilters pumping up and doing all that valve damage you have done the EGR valve it should be ok now. We have got the 2.8crd doing well in 300,000 miles good luck will be following you. Jeff in uk

[@CFITOMAHAWK2]

Wow.. Move over Toyotas..

[@xc8487]

I have a 2002 Limited and I have non of your complaints. Most TJs,YJs, XJs tend to shut up when I beat them with onroad performance. The 2002 KJs have the 45rfe transmission which is practically bulletproof behind the 3.7, I've drag raced my KJ and never had an issue with the torque converter. Later KJs have the terrible 42rle transmission, but if you get a manual equipped one you'll be fine.

[@connard123abc]

His is a CRD model, they have the 5-45RFE transmission even after 2005. Pretty much bulletproof if maintained properly. The torque converters can be a problem though, a lot of people change them out for the Suncoast or euro TC.

[@jakeyyyjakeyy457]

You got it wrong. Only 02s have 45 rfe and the crds

[@yamiyami691]

My Jeep is a 5 speed and if you 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 trunk you can connect a trailer you just have to open it half way it’s a major pain in the ass

[@PhatboyHD88]

My transmission is getting replaced as we speak,, i don’t know if i have the right to complain cause it has over 200,000 miles and the engine still runs like a top,, no oil leaks or doesn’t burn any oil either ,, its not the diesel version i have the 3.7 liter,, body is still perfect its a 2006 ,, underneath no rust at all i mean nothing.. so yea i love it and is why i’m putting the money into it for a new tranny,, not brand new a reman ,, but still new...

[@scottscoville1118]

I thought it was a pamby jeep from the first time I saw one but I have borrowed one from a friend and been driving and working on it for a few months and I love the way it drives and rides and pulls, and I feel like a hefty man when I am driving it. I am surprised you haven't had the pot metal connector between your ignition key tumbler and your ignition switch break yet. The one on this jeep has been replaced 3 times. If this was my jeep, the first thing I would do would be to bypass the ignition key, leave it on, drill and pin it in place, and work the circuits with a tidy little homemade console of on/off toggle switches and a momentary ignition button. Then I would never get stranded again because some engineer had to get to his golf date. I'm an engineer, so I know. I might get stranded from my jeep being stolen because no key is needed, but that would be less frustrating than the thingy breaking inside the column cover.

[@chalupamsf]

I have a built 05 liberty with a 5 inch lift on 32 inch mud tires, yet a Facebook page says it's not a real jeep

[@MegaKINGANTHONY]

Chase Williams I just got a. 5 inch lift for my liberty 05. I am def going to get 32 z

[@johnturpin8826]

I just got a 05 crd liberty. So far I love it

[@kaoskev]

I agree with you on so many of these points and also agree that I love my '07. Cruise is hard to use with too many toggle buttons. Just need a combined 'On/Acc' & a 'resume'. Also, any wheel slip cancelled the cruise. First trailer I hooked up to wouldn't work because spare tire was seized onto the back door. I took if off never put it back on.

[@official_commanderhale965]

kaoskev Wheel slipping kicked your cruise off for a safety reason. That’s actually a great feature

[@King_Carp]

Open the back hatch to put a trailer on with ease. It’s in the user manual. I open it about 5-8 inches and it works like a charm

[@rwolf16-i9d]

I was just thinking why not open the door the tire isn't that big

[@ritakia2765]

I drove a jeep for years and loved it. The only thing I hated was the plastic bumper. Once I hit something not too hard and it felt off completely. Other than that it was a very fun ride.

[@Cart_kid]

1. Back windows break and fall down ... 2. Back tailgate window lever/pump fails and falls down to hit me in the head lol ... 3. Diesel is expensive now ... 4. Suspension can break when it gets wet apparently. I bought mine used and found out later that the suspension was all busted. Best things: 1. It's reliable, especially in the winter with all wheel drive! 2. It's great for hauling trailers. 3. It's big enough to fit an ice shack inside plus lots of gear and my dog! :)

[@charlesjohnson756]

I rebuilt my engine on my 2004 3.7L its a very strong motor but has weak points. Weak points on liberty's are upper ball joints, valve stem keepers,head gaskets oil pan gasket ,valve covet gasket, window regulators, hood and hatch supports,timing chain guides and tire monitor valve stem batteries.

[@xc8487]

170,000+ miles never had any of those issues. Those parts were never built to last 100 years, you'd have to expect that things will need replaced on a 14 year old car.

[@tettertotter3667]

Lmao always want to replace head gaskets . Heaps are trash!

[@helenamarcinko6952]

it s vm engine, used on london cab, ( for jeep increased ccm), old concept engine and very reliable- just keep regular fluid change and its be ok- first thing to go on the engine will be radiator and water pump- not a big deal- apsolutely have to change drive belt and bearings before 150000 km, water pump will be gone between 150000 and 200000 infact i think you havent hit bad things about this jeep ( like window motor, key cillinder, etc....) but I must admit that I love mine, thake care about it and it will take you anywhere , enjoy

[@danthurston5264]

That's the first time I've ever heard "reliable" to describe the CM diesel in the Liberty. Ad the letter UN in front then a lot of cuss words and you'll know what most actual owners of the Liberty CRD think of them.

[@dannyr403]

The trailer hitch was added as a safety recall. These jeeps were blowing up when rear ended because of the location of the gas tank. Adding a trailer hitch was easier and less expensive than relocating the gas tank. It will absorb a good amount of the impact now, hopefully. I have an 04 Liberty, 5 speed. I love it. I'd have its baby if I could.

[@preetamsingh8575]

Hi I'm looking at an 04 5 speed liberty. Can recalls be done free anytime? Any issues to watch out for on this model?

[@dannyr403]

@@preetamsingh8575there is a lower control arm recall currently they say can fracture due to corrosion. My liberty came from New Mexico so I'm not too worried about it right now. But it is something I should consider bringing in. There is no cost to customers for safety recalls.

[@preetamsingh8575]

@@dannyr403 ok thanks. Is there anything I should look out for specifically on the 2004 5 speed when I inspect before purchasing?

[@dannyr403]

@@preetamsingh8575 only real issue I ever have is the interior light magically comes on by itself in the middle of the night. I pull the fuse out every night before I go to bed. Then I push it back in in the morning. I don't know if that's something that happens to all of them or just me.

[@TFShaw]

They sell ball mounts that clear the spare tire. They are a bit long but work great.

[@silverrain99205]

This video was posted the day my son was born. Good video man.

[@Luke101]

Yeet or be Yeeten did you name him Liberty?

[@memesredacted]

This is probably pretty late but the ball is upside down on the hitch. Just take the ball off and put it on the other side and you shouldn't have problems with not being able to hook on to the hitch. The angled part of the hitch should go down rather than up which is why the tire kept getting in the way.

[@matthewseljan2325]

Yes the ball on the hitch is up-side down

[@jantitera9620]

I have 2005 Liberty, CRD Limited Edition and i am very satisfied. This problems are just .....mmm Hawk tuhh....spit on that, buddy. Enjoy this car and don´t cry yet.

[@mikpug]

Number 9 is so true even for RHD in Britain which makes my left foot uncomfortable.

[@michaelgeiss741]

I agree with all 10 points, and love my 06 CRD! I also did a tune and the bypassed EGR.

[@GitItGarage]

+Michael Geiss thanks for the comment! Yeah those faulty EGR valves are like cancer to these great machines!

[@codes1877]

Git It Garage hey where do you get your parts and stuff I have a 2003 jeep liberty and I love it and would like to do some of the stuff you have

[@GitItGarage]

cody Fish sasquatchparts and idparts are the two most common places online we get parts for the crd's.. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching!

[@codes1877]

Git It Garage thank you so much

[@satt4603]

How did you get the engine check light off?

[@dekka888]

I own a 2004 KJ Jeep in Australia. Transmission tunnel does not cause a problem as we drive on the opposite side. I agree with the front pillar blocking vision. My main issue has been Overheating on trails on hot days (Aussie summers can be commonly 38-44.C) Besides that it is a capable car and a heap of fun to drive.

[@CFITOMAHAWK2]

They are like; Nicer looking Wranglers. And cost 1/3 of a Wrangler. Great deal for a sport jeep.. I have a 2007. I Love my Jeep.

[@_arrgh976]

Mine is for SALE. 2006, 86,000 miles!!! I was a contractor in OIF and OEF and spent 7 years in the sandbox and another 18 months on Kwajalein Atoll and the truck was in storage. New July 2018 Garrett Turbo charger, new silicone rubber intercooler hoses. New July 2018 alternator. New 2016 Fuel pump. 2018 GREEN DIESEL ENGINEERING FULL TORQUE TUNE!!!!! 2018 GDE TRANSMISSION TUNE. Rebuilt transmission with Florida Transmission Billet Torque Converter. New 2018 front wheel bearings. When I returned after two years in Afghanistan the engine had oil leaks from sitting. Spring 2015 every seal and gasket was replaced; including front and rear mains. At that time the timing belt was also replaced at 65,000 miles. A/C swtches were replaced. Everything works NO LIMP NODE. GDE fixed that!! Florida truck. Transplanted from New England.

[@user-vc2uf4kd1j]

I’d say my #1 is the timing belt. My dad and I changed it in my mom’s CRD when I was a kid and it was a NIGHTMARE. We eventually got it done though. I want another CRD

[@gootyeriz]

This past September, I bought a 2006 Jeep Liberty CRD, with 55,000 miles. I needed a vehicle to get to work, and the jeep was in my price range, it had low mileage, it looked good, and I liked it. The sales guy sold me on it being cool because it is rare and better fuel economy since it is a diesel. 3 months and 2500ish miles later, it is in the shop for an issue with the steering, and what ever else they found. Right now the bill is well over $1000 and that is before they can determine if the power steering pump needs to be replaced. I wish I would have looked more into this vehicle before I purchased it. Your number 1 reason for not liking the CRD probably would have made me really consider my purchase. After it is fixed and I get it back, I am considering selling it. I don't do any off roading, so part of me thinks that it is less likely to have any issues since it won't be used and abused. That is the part of me that likes it and wants to keep it. The other part of me knows I can't afford more costly repairs. Looking more into the CRD, the turbo is something to consider that would be expensive to repair. Maybe there is someone out there that wants to buy a CRD and give it the love, attention, off roading fun, and money it needs.

[@danmorgoshi7598]

....uhmm..Everyone got problem with this jeep. ...and spend a lot of money to fix it....Acura RL 6cyl. sedan 2012.no more problems .This car never breakdown...the engine is very strong.../.

[@rwolf16-i9d]

I don't want to sound rude but if you are having trouble affording repairs you could maybe take on your own repairs instead some things I understand can be difficult to do but it should be simple enough to work on for most issues If reliability is what ur looking for I'd would have not suggested a liberty more like a little civic or corolla The jeep is a jeep it was built to be rugged not built to last years and years with no worries the honda civic though oh man talk about easy of repair cost I wouldn't sell the jeep because of one repair but I definitely pick another mechanic I've never once spent a grand on a power steering pump for mine so quite odd ask for a detailed receipt and description on what they did

[@abigaillara4536]

I've got a 2004 and I can totally agree 1. I switch cars often (also from a vw) and I always forget where things are 2. I sprained my right ankle and it was hard to let it rest at stop signs and uncomfortable with cruise drive 3. I'm a girl so kind of have no problem 4. lol my auto lock doesn't work realized it when I accidentally left it open all night luckily nothing got stolen 5. Totally agree 6. mine matches the car its all metal so I'm good XD 7. I totally didn't realized that there was no space for a trailer lol. 8. Totally Agree there 9. had never realized it before 10. I've had to fix some things in mine ( radiator, one of the cylinders, and the control arm so far nothing super expensive I think) and I've got a good mechanic so I'm good for now.

[@ram_diesel_power6039]

Greens eco tune Sasquatch egr delete with the intake heater in the intake pipe. Makes these little hero’s awesome. Unfortunately the next thing to replace is the torque converter. I used the euro one from idi parts along with there upgraded hydraulic pump. Good video

[@vancebooth9819]

I love the window console on the center haha

[@smirkingdevil]

I just bought a 2005 Jeep Liberty Renegade as a project vehicle (I own 80 acres of land that sits someplace that challenges my VW Golf R). I already replaced the driver's side window regulator and a bent passenger side tow hook. Parts seem reasonably priced and there are LOTS of KZbin videos for reference. Looking to change all the fluids soon. Woohoo! I am with you on the gray plastic fenders. At least yours does not have FAKE hex bolts like mine.

[@rascal0782]

I don't know why in the world Jeep didnt put at least one tow hook on the front end. Even some cars have a hook on the front, shouldnt we expect even more from a Trail Rated Jeep? Thats my only major complaint. I love the Liberty.

[@GitItGarage]

I agree, we put a front mount hitch on ours. Comes in handy! Thanks for the comment!

[@BS-vi8si]

They did on the limited 3.7 model it has two actually

[@suddenlyvlogs]

Up until 2005 the power window switches were BEHIND the cupholders... Drives me crazy in my '04 but it is fun to watch people try and find them

[@Martial11480]

Hello, thanks for your video. What I hate about my jeep liberty 2.8crd is oil filter change. It's difficult to access. I have to buy a ratchet chain socket and now it's fine. Thank for all your video.

[@Ryan57Garr]

I have an ‘02 with the 45rfe. I have hard shifting occasionally, but I’ve had it troubleshot by everyone and they all say it’s fine. It’s annoying, but it’s always done it since I bought it. +1 on the trailer hitch not working with the spare! I got an extender for mine to put it almost past the tire and I just attach that every time I pull. Way easier than taking the tire off every time

[@rwolf16-i9d]

Shift solenoid is the cause of the hard shifting if it's intermediate it's a 400 dollar part get the upgraded one it'll improve it if not it's a pressure sensor in the trans acting up

[@unclemikeb]

My 2005 Jeep Liberty with CRD 2.8L engine now has 276,000 miles on it with no major problems. I use biodiesel whenever available and I'm certain it has protected the pump and injectors all this time. I also use Howes fuel treatment or something similar with every other fill up. I took it to the dealer for the timing belt changes at the 100,000 mile marks. The transmission fluid and filter was changed at irregular intervals but never more than 80,000 miles. Both rear window regulators are now needing replacement but that is the only failure I've had. None of his "hates" are an issue to me. The auto locking cargo door is an annoyance but I have learned to just unlock it before I go back there or keep my remote key with me. That trailer hitch is upside down. The trailer hitch on the ball should be lower than the trailer bed. That transfers weight to the vehicle. If it is higher it can result in trailer swaying and a crash. I like mine so much I'm hoping to find a second one to drive when the day comes for my engine to need an overhaul. It starts and runs so good now, I'm certain I'll get at least two more years use of it before engine needs a rebuild. With General GrabberAT tires it will go through deep snow that can give a Wrangler difficulty. I have pushed through snow drifts as high as the headlights so to me it qualifies as a real Jeep. Not with the factory tires, they were terrible. Mine has the 4x4 with two systems, it is called the Select Trac. It cost more than the basic 4x4 system but is more flexible for use on roads with mixed ice and bare pavement. I can set it in all wheel drive and forget it.

[@GitItGarage]

I honestly love mine! I just got a 2nd one as a project! My trailer needs the hitch to be at that height, I hadn't towed with it yet at that point. but the spare tire is in the way just barely, or the trailer will not be level when towing, Previous owner towed a cargo trailer across the country and that jeep has been to the highest point you can drive and the lowest point in the country , Its a great little 4x4 I also have the Select Track and its very capable, I think with a locking rear and or front differential it would be unstoppable

[@teekay1785]

I noticed you did this video before you joined LOST which is and has been for many years a great resource for almost all CRD related problems Mainly posted this so others might see it.

[@GitItGarage]

Yes lost jeeps and the crd Facebook page had been a huge help !!

[@samuelmitchell3715]

i have a 06 liberty and i agree with a lot of it but i havent been able to start working on mine yet so i havent had all of these issues. and ive always called it my mom jeep

[@MrJrnyfan]

I have a '02 Jeep Liberty Limited Four-wheel drive, that I bought in 2003 with 12k miles on it. This is (still) the best vehicle I have owned! I have had 3 Camaros, 3 Vans (Dodge and Chrysler Town and Country) 2 Trucks, 1 car and a 2015 Honda Civic coupe which I bought brand new and still own. The Liberty continues to perform admirably. I recently changed out the radiator, water pump and thermostat. And at 80K, I changed out the Serpentine belt. IT gets a oil change every 4K. This vehicle now has 108K for a 20-year vehicle. I recommend saving your money, do the basic maintenance and take it to the dealer when something majors needs fixing. I have and 5 retirees' wanting to buy my Jeep from the gas station, because they want to tow it behind their RV's. It can seat 4 and its a rig that can tow and has four-wheel drive capabilities. Just my IMO, maybe I got lucky on this vehicle, but it has never given me an issue. Good luck to you!!!!!!

[@bensantos8246]

My 08 liberty rocks! 2022 now and still performing very good. Cold or hot season very reliable

[@shawnbrooke1123]

You totally nailed it on the 10 dislikes on the 2005 jeep liberty CRD! Especially the one about the tailgate locking if you have acute hearing which I have and you roll your jeep forward or backward one tire turn you will hear the mechanism lock and henceforth you have to either unlock it at the door or go back and have your key with you and hit the remote lock it is such a pain. The other issue I seem to have a lot of is the gate valve problem on the turbo diesel on the turbo. It seems to stick if you put your foot into the Excelerator and open it up or put it under too much stress like at 4000 RPM or 3500 suddenly it will stick and then you get a check engine light in absolute poor performance until that is rectified I have found a bottle of sea foam in the tank takes care of that issue and I haven’t had a problem since I have done that treatment

[@necromary6952]

I'm planning on buying one this month

[@lewdthejew900]

Deadpool 0186 go for it

[@BTS-yu3jq]

Did you get it and do you still have it ?

[@danthurston5264]

Do yourself a favor and run from that purchase. I thought I wanted a Jeep - the Liberty cured me of every buying another one. I bought a nice low mileage unit and spent over $7000 on repairs over 2 years. It had literally been owned by a little old lady that replaced it with an Escape. After working on it constantly I sold it for $5500 with still less than 100K on it. Most expensive vehicle to maintain I have ever owned. it left my possession with both the engine and transmission replaced with "new" units. The buyer called me 11 months later wanting warranty information on the 3.7. It had thrown a rod.

[@BTS-yu3jq]

Dan Thurston i understand where you're coming from man. Sorry to hear that but you probably should've gotten a grand Cherokee libertys arent known to be the most reliable. I own 5 jeeps 3 of those being libertys. I also have a 5.9L Zj and 4.0L Xj. My 4.0 is like a turtle compared to my 3.7s and all my libertys have higher miles. All 3 are good so far only one is starting to idle rough now. It just sounds like you got a lemon from that grandma

[@xc8487]

@@danthurston5264 I believe your problem is that you bought it from an old lady that probably never took care of it.

[@wingz94]

Just turned over 279k on our 07 liberty... the only thing that has been a problem are electric window. Other than that it has been a workhorse for us. Keeping the fluids changed per maintenance is our key. Original owner and currently we plan on keeping it till something major happens.... Trans/engine or Biden energy policy forces us to get rid of it

[@shanejohnson1845]

Don't they make extension units for the hitch?

[@Raeodor]

you can open the back door a little bit to get a trailer on the hitch.

[@philindeblanc]

Yes hitch is upside down. 2017 to 19, you know that by now, or have a different car.

[@------.-9]

I have the Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel and I love

[@AlejandroP1980s]

Harley D Douglas no issues

[@------.-9]

@@AlejandroP1980s different diesel it's a 3.0 Mercedes-Benz 08 no problems

[@DomVito87]

The only thing I dislike about it is when i need to rebuild the engine..... They don't sell kits that are easily around. Other than that I love mine. Oddly enough I see so many of the v6 counter parts in the junkyards so gettting body parts, drive train parts etc is really easy.

[@ilickcarpet]

05:45: Yes, it is definitely upside down bro lol, notice how you've got the neck curve sloped upward, it should slope downward so as to permit the space that you desire. Simply flip the hitch insert and have the ball uprighted and you're good to go. You're gonna be needing some PB Blaster for sure on that ball nut, and I'd recommend uprighting the ball while keeping the neck mounted in your receiver hitch, so as to lend you some necessary stability while you have to crank on that nut.

[@MaxwellFitz]

Where did you get the healight eyelids??? 2:43

[@RedZoneBroward]

Beautiful Liberty man. I have an 02’ Sport, not nearly as clean as yours but I recently fell back in love with it. Working on getting it in better shape. Great video btw

[@MM-gm2yk]

I have a 05 CRD love it. I agree on #1 find a good diesel mechanic you will be OK. I like the window switches

[@GitItGarage]

MM53 thanks for the feedback! yeah we love our jeep too in fact we should be doing a 10 things I love about my jeep soon!

[@luiscordova7851]

I have a Jeep Liberty Renegade 2003. I don't see in the list (Ball joints, window motor, the back top brake light tends to rust, and the other 2 brake light damages to much the fuses / signal lights.

[@joelalvarez8027]

Diesel liberty are really rare . You should raptor liner spray all your plastic ant chrome trim it ill look really nice ! Good vid

[@forrestbjernee5714]

The window switches are not just to cut costs but its kind of a jeep "thing" That they have on a combination of vehicles

[@forrestbjernee5714]

Its a Jeep Styling Choice

[@BoykinUSA]

bought an '05 about 6 years ago with 70K miles. It is now the best vehicle I have ever owned at 141K miles. I actually find them easy to fix. Like anything, if something goes wrong, it must be fixed quickly to avoid becoming a rolling disaster.

[@GitItGarage]

Glad to hear you have had a great experience! we have also been nothing but pleased (hence our 10 things i love about my jeep video) and once you have an understanding of them they are quit simple to work on. also could not agree with you more, routine maintenance and hasty repair of issues is a must !! thanks for the comment!!

[@rileysmith9843]

The window switches are probably where they are for saving money because there are right hand drive versions of the Liberty/Cherokee. In other words: they do not need to engineer window switches for the left and right door panels for left and right hand drive cars.

[@Therevdon]

Anybody who says a Liberty isn't a "Real Jeep" is right. I've had enough real Jeeps to know that my 2012 Liberty isn't a real Jeep. I have not once referred to it as my Jeep, I call it my car. The early Liberty really is pretty girly in stock form, but I've seen some built up enough to be impressive.

[@davidcooper6618]

I just open the gate on mine. Put the hitch on, close the gate. Never had to remove the spare tire.

[@joshuarayborn]

Window regulators, rust, ceramic glow plugs, timing belt...get the green diesel upgrade. No more egr

[@TentoesMe]

hehe I drive a liberty. I've noticed those things! One thing I like a lot: When you turn the heater on, it blows nice warm air on your bare feet.

[@niterbum]

like fred flinstone drivin around w bald feet

[@137bob3d]

enjoyed your ideas ... they meant learning this rig as its on my shopping list. and until now knew zip about it pro or con

[@BBGBITW]

I hate nothing about my Liberty CRD -2005, sport version. However, I do not use it on the terrain. It is expensive to maintain, but I do not hate it. It has its charm, very able 4 wheel drive. It has put 130 500 miles on the road, no big major problems encountered yet.

[@djlunax4604]

For the hitch i keep the ball in the trailer and i back up and level the hole and slit the hitch in and put the pin

[@susannia7039]

I have # 11! I love my Jeep Liberty but I hate that the sun visor hook opening is toward the window so while I'm driving it's inconvenient to push it out, pull it back over the hook part so that I can swing it up. Alternately it too easily pushes out when I try to swing it down and ends up near the windshield at an angle. I just keep it behind the hook part and easily swing it down without it going toward the windshield. (hard to explain but hope it makes sense) All my other cars had the opposite set up so it's a noticeable inconvenience. Still can't get used to having to unlock the back separately and still confuse the buttons on the console for locks. (the locks are on the door and the windows are on the console??? this was also opposite than the jeep on the sport coup I had). I got a kick out of the things you pointed out, talking to the screen like, yeah, omg yeah lol. Good video. Thanks. Now I know I'm not crazy. lol

[@familiaabc1]

They tell me this is a girl jeep🤣🤣😂😂😂 that just made my day. Lol

[@Chadnmurfreesboro]

So buy a cheap 4 cylinder Wrangler and put the CRD from the Liberty in it, what Jeep should have done a long ass time ago. I'm doing it with mine.....And the world will all be right again....

[@danthurston5264]

Why? Installed guaranteed expensive repairs with a very minimal gain in mileage. Coupled with the unreliability of an Italian diesel (100k between rebuilds) why?

[@satt4603]

@@danthurston5264 good point buy low end torque is like crack cocaine you can't resist only from a diesel

[@northstarracing18d-4d]

Chad no such thing as a cheap wrangler around my area. The older wranglers have rust problems with the frames too

[@johncrocombe9214]

Diesel Wranglers were a factory option in Australia.

[@lionhead7497]

Hows the mileage per gallon? Thinking about getting one to do a veggie conversion. Thanks

[@willmac2949]

Didn't read all the posts but I hope you know this they had a recall on the torque converters and the hitches. All paid free by your local dealer.

[@GitItGarage]

thanks for the info! we were unaware of the recall on the hitches any idea of what it was for?

[@overlandwesternunitedstate3058]

Git It Garage in rear end collisions with out the new hitch provided by Chrysler, the gas tank will rupture, leak and very possibly catch fire and burn the Jeep down. 04 Liberty sport and I double triple check everything on the recalls lol

[@Texeyevideo]

They redid the torgue converter and also detuned the engine so it would not have as much torque, on mine I think they may broken the tranny dipstick tube and there is one bolt c/m to the bell housing you can't get to for firewall clearence so I leave it broken. The electric windows break the plastic regulator real easy however there is this guy who builds a metal replacement repait kit for it. You prolly don't need ac much up there but down here that is a plus to having diesel as it does quite well at idle. I have had about 6 recalls on it, the worst being tourqe recall. I once ask the Jeep service rep to flash the computer while it was in and he never heard of that proceedure.

[@cwgducky2870]

the factory tow hitch is longer so u can tow with it

[@dickdadj2944]

The window switches being in the console and the auto lock on the back door and window really do suck. I've had my liberty for about 3 months now and still lock the doors everytime I go to roll the window down. Spare tire is too close to the receiver hitch but a trip to our local salvage yard was able to find a piece of square tubing and easily make an extension. Nothing worth making a KZbin video to bitch about. On a hi note ..... I've never been in any other vehicle with colder AC than our liberty. So it's cool by default right

[@arthurwhiteway3170]

Just bought a 2005 CRD. Dealer had it marked for auction but they accidentally advertised it. Has 112k on it. The dealer is doing some repairs on it before I can get it. It has Rocky mountain emblems but I think they are fake. Enjoying your vids. Where did you get the hood decals?

[@OlTrailDog]

HA! I pick up a 2006 CRD tomorrow. After being a Dodge CTD and a Chevy Duramax owner I almost bought a CRD about 10 years ago. Decided to get a Tacoma instead. I still have a Tacoma but I had the chance to pick a CRD up and decide to go for it. I was thinking that the problems you were listing are really a deal killer for me and then I got to the punch line ;-)

[@lvl3592]

Great video the hitch IS upside down and the sell different drop heights of the hitch receiver to accommodate this issue

[@Pitman556]

What's your opinion of a 2005 crd original owner 147k miles. Had a turbo and torque converter replaced but original other than that. Will these go 200k?

[@jessew5152]

We bought one in June 2017. For the most part we love it. . But there are issues. The oh shit handles are in a weird position in front of you that doesn't brace you that well. Having to take the tire off when you use a trailer is a very poor design flaw. The steering wheel always seems to be a position to block the top of the speedometer, making me duck or peek over to see speeds between 40 and 80 or so. The part where the metal body meets the plastic molding under the back doors is a water trap and already on the way to rusting out. It doesn't like hills at low RPMs, mine seems to want to accelerate up or it feels bogged. But I don't regret buying it. With AT tires it's a little boss on trails, it's comfortable on the road and easy to get around in. We call it the Mud Midget.

[@GitItGarage]

+Jesse W thanks for the feedback we appreciate it! We love our's too they're great vehicles! We agree with much of what you said as well... kind of trying to think of a good name for ours still!

[@TFShaw]

You can purchase ball mounts that clear the spare tire. They are a little long but work great.

[@Rowdyrigs69]

Odd thing about number three in repair manual and parts catalog they specify a manual being available for the crd. Never seen one for sale anywhere ever but it says it's a thing apparently.

[@linoveiga]

That jeep is a lot better than that Subaru behind you

[@officiallaquinda]

I’m thinking about getting a 06’ Jeep Liberty . What were the main fixes on the jeep and prices ranges for it ?

[@Str8sixfan]

Hahaha. The center console will ndow switches would probably be my #1 too. I'm actually used to it, but get sick of having to make up an excuse for Chrysler when a co worker locks the doors when they're trying to roll down the window. Tailgate is probably my #2. I haven't towed, but I can see how that's annoying especially since I have a 245 out back. #3 Is EGR for me but it's off now, haha. And totally agree with the expense

[@No1Armadillo]

LOL...... really appreciated the video....... I'm still loving my 2005 Jeep Liberty Renegade (the "manly" model). But you missed a couple of more things to hate.... My #1 is the radiator/coolant system. I'm about to replace my plastic radiator for the second time. The last time I had it done, it was around $850. And while you were bitching about the plastic fenders, you forgot to mention the plastic panels below the door that get also get cracked. Oh, I went thru the same spare tire/trailer hitch issue that you did. At first, I did the "put the trailer on the ball first" routine, then slide the tube into the socket and pin it (easier said than done btw). My latest investment was an extended trailer hitch........

[@bubhunt4206]

My 2007 won't pull in drive or reverse ,reverse went first,batt is bad will that cause it

[@cherylwerba181]

I dislike some of the same things, but I love this jeep.