My son has a 04 , he loves it. He takes long trips with his GF with it. It has been very reliable. rereplace 1 ballpoint , spk plugs, brakes, and water pump. So far no regulators broke yet lol. It has 195,000 on it, runs like a champ.
Have owned a 3.7 Jeep Cherokee (uk name for the Liberty), since new in 2005. Done 100,000 miles and very happy with vehicle. No major issues. Can get 25 mpg on a long run and about 15 round town. Nice SUV.
The headlights are easy to change - I changed both in just a few minutes. The back struts take about 30 seconds to change and cost about $30. My front ones are still good, but they are probably just as cheap and easy to replace. I can't believe you haven't done that. My 2004 has 40,000 miles on it. You need to wash down the dirt from your engine. All I do is hose it off, and it looks new. You forgot to say it is fun to drive!
Thanks for the comment. This video is 5 yrs old and as stated in the video description all the key problems pointed out in this video have been fixed, including the hood and rear lift struts. As far as hosing off the engine, you can spray water into the engine compartment but I'm not going to do that for lots of reasons. It is fun to drive on dirt, gravel and snowy roads, not so much on paved roads...imho.
ALL of the 3.7L engines from Jeep are subject to catastrophic 'dropping" of valve seats onto the valves; thence, soon will have 'the sound of machine guns going off inside the combustion chambers' - dropped valve 'seat', broken piston, scored cylinder walls, etc. etc. etc. Rx: DO keep WATCH your fuel milage as if it INCREASES (gets better?) check the fuel/air ratio to ensure that the fuel delivery is NOT **leaned out**. A 'leaned-out' engine will burn **hotter**, as the 'normal' excess fuel will help to keep the cylinder cooler. So, if the 'highway' fuel economy **increases** over time, consider to get the fuel/air ratio checked ... should be precisely 1:14.7. Average fuel 'milage' (long term, steady state, normal (level) highway speeds) on a Libby is about 21 MPG ... if 'better', consider to get that fuel/air ratio 'checked'. Rx2: Also, do NOT rapidly accelerate this engine until the engine is UP TO normal operatingTEMPERATURE; ditto when shutting down a too HOT engine. Rather, idle the engine back to normal temp. and only then, SHUT DOWN. Do this and you may get 200K++ mi. out of the 3.7L .... The accumulated thermal stress on the iron valves seats and the aluminum 'head' werent properly designed .... and WILL drop a valve seat "into" the combustion chamber, if the accumulated heat stress and (aluminim) accumulated metal 'deformation' becomes too great. **NEVER EVER put 'magic pills' into the gas tank that increases fuel milage** ... they make the engine run TOOO TOOO **HOT**, internally -- and are very very BAD for a Jeep 3.7L. - see above re. engine valve seats and aluminum 'heads'. Definitely NOT WORTH the very few extra MPG, and then risk possible severe internal engine damage on 3.7L 'Libby' FWIW - Change the oil at or before the 6000mi interval if 90% ofyour driving is at constant highway speeds. IF, in 90% STOP and GO conditions with lots of accelerating/decelerating & idling in between ...then **change the oil at HALF the recommended interval ~3000 mi.** Oil is much cheaper than an engine replacment/rebuild. I normally get ~250K-300K mi. from my 3.7L's. ... but, I 'was' an automotive-mechanical Engr. etc.; and, 'try' to do 'perfection' maintenance on my '02 Libby. '
I bought my 04 Limited brand new back in Sept of 03. I'm at around 85,700 miles. I had a tensioner pulley break, I had to replace a valve cover gasket, I had to replace the charcoal cannister because I was getting an EVAP code, and I just got new brakes, and spark plugs. Not too bad for almost 17 years. My only real complaint about it is the gas milege.
It is my opinion that most of what you point out isn't a signature issue for jeep liberty because I have 2 2003's and have none of these problems. I agree with the back seat issue, but the shocks that hold the hood and hatch go out on any vehicle, mostly from winter. Good review though.
Lisle makes lift support clamps for the hood struts. I just bought two for my 2005 Liberty. They're worth the purchase. I'd recommend getting two, so you don't have to worry about knocking that broom stick over and risking a serious injury. Nice video!
I replaced all the struts shortly after making that video, so no broomstick to worry about now. I made a video of replacing the struts but never uploaded it, didn't like it. But anyone looking to replace those struts it wasn't hard at all. Only one retaining clip gave me troubles and had me cussing up a storm.
A Liberty is a mini monster SUV and not a family vehicle. It's great at mountain climbing and off roading in an A/C cab! Jeeps are jeeps, and as long as you maintain them, they work. Mileage is 18 average, supplying a 3.7 balls to wall big 6! Fixing them isn't too costly. I have had a 04 and now an 07, 17yrs with 110k in good shape and loving it!
love my jeep liberty, easy to find parts and easy to get the job done, no need for mechanic sucking your wallet dry. before my jeep i had a 03 kia sedona talk about trash people. im sticking with american made from now on.
To give details of these cars to everybody. Past about 200-250k, you're going to start to not enjoy life. When I say that it has nothing to do with the many front end parts it will need, or the many window actuators it will need, or the many sensors it will need, It will be because it will be time to replace the transmission, complicated vacuum and electrical problems will need diagnosed, and there will be a serious problem with the engine, specifically the valves. All in all, small gas consuming piece of garbage that will reward you in never getting stuck, and all in all an SUV that rivals most small trucks in rigidity, but will leave you like every single owner of these I've ever known past 200k, putting a sign on it in a yard.
I have a 2005 liberty with a 3 inch lift and wheel spacers....33 inch tires.....the only problem I have is the wind buffering....it does catch every little breath of air!..... other than that...everything has been replaced and is a damn good little go cart
Have an 05 3.7. And same issues as yourself minus the master cylinder issue. Spark plugs are hard to change i done mine with little change in MPGs is still sucks gas. Mines parked now with gas so high and I drive my little Ford Escort
Don't drive mine much anymore either because of gas prices and it's horrible gas mileage. Do most of our getting around in our other vehicle 2013 RAV4 with around 108K on it, no problems with it. Need to make a video about the RAV but other half won't keep the thing cleaned out long enough to film😁
I have a 2006 Jeep Liberty and it's been good me. I dont use the back seats, so they're always down. I have a 2nd car and I switch back and forth the jeep liberty. I like my Jeep liberty 🗽
I love mine of course it was free to 03 with 111,000 miles just to use it as a daily driver better than using. My other SUVs only take premium nice change putting regular in. I'm having fun I don't care about it it's just been a fun vehicle to commute to Manhattan
Honestly I'm kinda glad mine isnt the only one that gets garbage for gas mileage. Just got an '02 liberty like 6 weeks ago and I'm averaging about 15mpg, but it has been cold. Last weekend it was around 60 degrees for a day and I got more like 20mpg that day. I thought maybe something was wrong
We bought my wife a 2002 Liberty Limited 4x2 copper with bone leather, loaded without a sunroof/ My wife loved it, the 3.7 dropped 5 valves at 15 mph in a parking lot at 60k miles. Apparently the Mercedes built aluminum engine has stainless steel valve seats pressed into an aluminum head. The valve seats are NOT staked or even glued in. We also had to replace the transmission wiring harness at 60K. I also replaced all 4 window regulators, not using them doesn't avoid failure. We also had to replace all the speakers in the upgraded factory stereo, these speakers also require an amplifier required for each speaker. I also rreplace the two upstream O2 sensors. The Jeep had a real battery habit, every two years. I couldn't wait to get rid of it! I'll NEVER buy another Jeep product!
I have replaced all the window regulators too. You are right that not using them doesn't effect them breaking. I never used the rear windows and they still broke causing the windows to just drop. Went out one morning to find rear passenger window down and thought someone had broken into the car. Nope sometime in the middle of the night while just sitting there the regulator failed allowing the window to just open. Glad it wasn't raining or snowing.
Ive been very fortunate with my 2004 Jeep Liberty Renengade, I only had to replace one window regulator plus the front hood struts and back window struts, I have 112,000 miles and I just replaced the whole front suspension and radiator, water pump, thermostat, hoses, serpentine belt and idler tensioner pulleys and that's all original.
I heard that the air conditioning on these are not very good. The clutch goes bad first then the whole compressor. I plan on buying me one of these. Just hope it’s not a money pit.
The Air conditioning on mine has been fantastic, I had to replace the condenser because it cracked, it was $45 for the condenser and took me 15 minutes to put in, recharged the system with freon and it's been good ever since.
My neighbors daughter has same jeep and the both mom and daughter 🙄 hopefully they know someone that can help them when ever they need service because the jeep need a tire and it's been just setting up hopefully that doesn't cause problems thanks for sharing
It would also be easy to get to if you just removed the engine too. If you are going to remove a belt to just "feel around" for the filter you might as well just lay on the ground reach up under the front end and "feel around" for the filter and then you wouldn't have to remove the belt. Don't over complicate the task at hand.
@@SmallTownTrekker As i said. You can't see it from the top BUT you can find it and get your tool on it and it comes off. Little bitchy to put the new on the on BUT it works.
Do circular vents do anything, I don't own it, but the owner is who bought it new, it's a little SUV that blows thru snow, without the 4x4, but the circular vent don't blow air, can someone enlighten me.
If the heater or AC isn't blowing I would first check the fuse. Next check the blower motor resistor, which is located behind the glove box so you have to take the glove box door off. If those don't fix problem next would be to check blower motor itself. Hope this helps a little.
Ur wrong almost about everything .. I have a liberty and I'm loving it , except the comfort inside yes that I agree it's a perfect car for long distance as Sests aren't comfortable to sit on for a long time and specially the rear seats where there's almost no air flow , I fo however love the back spacing if you put the seats down you could get a huge space to sleep if you like. Engine is powerful and most amazing is the low rpm engine on highways
"engine is powerful" HAHAHAHAHAHA. Mine was insanely slow for a while. After a new intake, exhaust system, and chip tune, it was /acceptable./ I could beat nearly every economy car from before 2013. But these things stock are slow as hell.
The size fits me perfectly to. I'm a 6 foot guy and i managed to transform the thing into a sort a camper. Put some drawers in the back and a platform on the 60 portion of the rear seats and i can sleep comfortably. The ride isn't that bad too.
@@honeyofoats5619 the size is okay for you. The parts are cheap (rockauto.com) but be prepared to fix alot of things. Don't get me wrong, i love the thing but it's not the most reliable
None on the body, I would say normal rust on under carriage. I know there is a known rust problem in the rear suspension area but haven't seen that on mine yet. To be honest this vehicle has become a second car and doesn't get driven much anymore.
My son has a 04 , he loves it. He takes long trips with his GF with it. It has been very reliable. rereplace 1 ballpoint , spk plugs, brakes, and water pump. So far no regulators broke yet lol. It has 195,000 on it, runs like a champ.
Awesome, I have had many people tell me I got a lemon.
Have owned a 3.7 Jeep Cherokee (uk name for the Liberty), since new in 2005. Done 100,000 miles and very happy with vehicle. No major issues. Can get 25 mpg on a long run and about 15 round town. Nice SUV.
The headlights are easy to change - I changed both in just a few minutes. The back struts take about 30 seconds to change and cost about $30. My front ones are still good, but they are probably just as cheap and easy to replace. I can't believe you haven't done that. My 2004 has 40,000 miles on it. You need to wash down the dirt from your engine. All I do is hose it off, and it looks new. You forgot to say it is fun to drive!
Thanks for the comment. This video is 5 yrs old and as stated in the video description all the key problems pointed out in this video have been fixed, including the hood and rear lift struts. As far as hosing off the engine, you can spray water into the engine compartment but I'm not going to do that for lots of reasons. It is fun to drive on dirt, gravel and snowy roads, not so much on paved roads...imho.
I love my 06 Jeep I bought it a year one with 20k and I still own it with 200K and I’ll never sell it..
I really miss my 2005 jeep liberty 😢😢 That care was the most loyal thing in my life😢😢
ALL of the 3.7L engines from Jeep are subject to catastrophic 'dropping" of valve seats onto the valves; thence, soon will have 'the sound of machine guns going off inside the combustion chambers' - dropped valve 'seat', broken piston, scored cylinder walls, etc. etc. etc.
Rx: DO keep WATCH your fuel milage as if it INCREASES (gets better?) check the fuel/air ratio to ensure that the fuel delivery is NOT **leaned out**. A 'leaned-out' engine will burn **hotter**, as the 'normal' excess fuel will help to keep the cylinder cooler. So, if the 'highway' fuel economy **increases** over time, consider to get the fuel/air ratio checked ... should be precisely 1:14.7. Average fuel 'milage' (long term, steady state, normal (level) highway speeds) on a Libby is about 21 MPG ... if 'better', consider to get that fuel/air ratio 'checked'.
Rx2: Also, do NOT rapidly accelerate this engine until the engine is UP TO normal operatingTEMPERATURE; ditto when shutting down a too HOT engine. Rather, idle the engine back to normal temp. and only then, SHUT DOWN. Do this and you may get 200K++ mi. out of the 3.7L .... The accumulated thermal stress on the iron valves seats and the aluminum 'head' werent properly designed .... and WILL drop a valve seat "into" the combustion chamber, if the accumulated heat stress and (aluminim) accumulated metal 'deformation' becomes too great.
**NEVER EVER put 'magic pills' into the gas tank that increases fuel milage** ... they make the engine run TOOO TOOO **HOT**, internally -- and are very very BAD for a Jeep 3.7L. - see above re. engine valve seats and aluminum 'heads'. Definitely NOT WORTH the very few extra MPG, and then risk possible severe internal engine damage on 3.7L 'Libby'
FWIW - Change the oil at or before the 6000mi interval if 90% ofyour driving is at constant highway speeds. IF, in 90% STOP and GO conditions with lots of accelerating/decelerating & idling in between ...then **change the oil at HALF the recommended interval ~3000 mi.** Oil is much cheaper than an engine replacment/rebuild.
I normally get ~250K-300K mi. from my 3.7L's. ... but, I 'was' an automotive-mechanical Engr. etc.; and, 'try' to do 'perfection' maintenance on my '02 Libby.
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That's a lot of info to digest. Thanks
Thanks for all the info 🙏
Is driving 3.7L engine in slow speed on the highway helping the engine to last longer?
I bought my 04 Limited brand new back in Sept of 03. I'm at around 85,700 miles. I had a tensioner pulley break, I had to replace a valve cover gasket, I had to replace the charcoal cannister because I was getting an EVAP code, and I just got new brakes, and spark plugs. Not too bad for almost 17 years. My only real complaint about it is the gas milege.
Whether you love or hate the Liberty, everyone is on the same page with the gas mileage complaint.
I had to replace the valve cover gaskets on my 04 Renegade at 88,000 miles, that's a common problem on the 3.7 V6
It is my opinion that most of what you point out isn't a signature issue for jeep liberty because I have 2 2003's and have none of these problems. I agree with the back seat issue, but the shocks that hold the hood and hatch go out on any vehicle, mostly from winter. Good review though.
Lisle makes lift support clamps for the hood struts. I just bought two for my 2005 Liberty. They're worth the purchase. I'd recommend getting two, so you don't have to worry about knocking that broom stick over and risking a serious injury. Nice video!
I replaced all the struts shortly after making that video, so no broomstick to worry about now. I made a video of replacing the struts but never uploaded it, didn't like it. But anyone looking to replace those struts it wasn't hard at all. Only one retaining clip gave me troubles and had me cussing up a storm.
A Liberty is a mini monster SUV and not a family vehicle. It's great at mountain climbing and off roading in an A/C cab! Jeeps are jeeps, and as long as you maintain them, they work. Mileage is 18 average, supplying a 3.7 balls to wall big 6! Fixing them isn't too costly. I have had a 04 and now an 07, 17yrs with 110k in good shape and loving it!
love my jeep liberty, easy to find parts and easy to get the job done, no need for mechanic sucking your wallet dry. before my jeep i had a 03 kia sedona talk about trash people. im sticking with american made from now on.
To give details of these cars to everybody. Past about 200-250k, you're going to start to not enjoy life. When I say that it has nothing to do with the many front end parts it will need, or the many window actuators it will need, or the many sensors it will need, It will be because it will be time to replace the transmission, complicated vacuum and electrical problems will need diagnosed, and there will be a serious problem with the engine, specifically the valves. All in all, small gas consuming piece of garbage that will reward you in never getting stuck, and all in all an SUV that rivals most small trucks in rigidity, but will leave you like every single owner of these I've ever known past 200k, putting a sign on it in a yard.
I have a 2005 liberty with a 3 inch lift and wheel spacers....33 inch tires.....the only problem I have is the wind buffering....it does catch every little breath of air!..... other than that...everything has been replaced and is a damn good little go cart
Mines got over 200,000 still no problem taking care of it is the trick 👍
I have a 2006 with 160, 000 mil. The Jeep liberty 🗽 has been good to me.
Have an 05 3.7. And same issues as yourself minus the master cylinder issue. Spark plugs are hard to change i done mine with little change in MPGs is still sucks gas. Mines parked now with gas so high and I drive my little Ford Escort
Don't drive mine much anymore either because of gas prices and it's horrible gas mileage. Do most of our getting around in our other vehicle 2013 RAV4 with around 108K on it, no problems with it. Need to make a video about the RAV but other half won't keep the thing cleaned out long enough to film😁
I have a 2006 Jeep Liberty and it's been good me. I dont use the back seats, so they're always down. I have a 2nd car and I switch back and forth the jeep liberty. I like my Jeep liberty 🗽
I love mine of course it was free to 03 with 111,000 miles just to use it as a daily driver better than using. My other SUVs only take premium nice change putting regular in. I'm having fun I don't care about it it's just been a fun vehicle to commute to Manhattan
Libby is great for Manhattan driving, other than the gas mileage.
Honestly I'm kinda glad mine isnt the only one that gets garbage for gas mileage. Just got an '02 liberty like 6 weeks ago and I'm averaging about 15mpg, but it has been cold. Last weekend it was around 60 degrees for a day and I got more like 20mpg that day. I thought maybe something was wrong
We bought my wife a 2002 Liberty Limited 4x2 copper with bone leather, loaded without a sunroof/ My wife loved it, the 3.7 dropped 5 valves at 15 mph in a parking lot at 60k miles. Apparently the Mercedes built aluminum engine has stainless steel valve seats pressed into an aluminum head. The valve seats are NOT staked or even glued in. We also had to replace the transmission wiring harness at 60K. I also replaced all 4 window regulators, not using them doesn't avoid failure. We also had to replace all the speakers in the upgraded factory stereo, these speakers also require an amplifier required for each speaker. I also rreplace the two upstream O2 sensors. The Jeep had a real battery habit, every two years. I couldn't wait to get rid of it! I'll NEVER buy another Jeep product!
I have replaced all the window regulators too. You are right that not using them doesn't effect them breaking. I never used the rear windows and they still broke causing the windows to just drop. Went out one morning to find rear passenger window down and thought someone had broken into the car. Nope sometime in the middle of the night while just sitting there the regulator failed allowing the window to just open. Glad it wasn't raining or snowing.
Ive been very fortunate with my 2004 Jeep Liberty Renengade, I only had to replace one window regulator plus the front hood struts and back window struts, I have 112,000 miles and I just replaced the whole front suspension and radiator, water pump, thermostat, hoses, serpentine belt and idler tensioner pulleys and that's all original.
Wow! that probably cost more than the thing is worth.
@@SmallTownTrekker Yes but she is worth it, especially the 4WD in the snow and it's all the original parts soo I'm not complaining.
I got a 04 i had since 75,000 miles no trouble
Awesome!
I heard that the air conditioning on these are not very good. The clutch goes bad first then the whole compressor. I plan on buying me one of these. Just hope it’s not a money pit.
I have not had any issues with the A/C on mine other than the blower resistor. Just remember what JEEP stands for Just Empty Every Pocket.
The air conditioning have a good cooling, the real problem is the blower can be very loud in 2, 3, 4 speed
They're ok. Really loud and mine ended up breaking. Got it "fixed" but doesn't work in 4.
The Air conditioning on mine has been fantastic, I had to replace the condenser because it cracked, it was $45 for the condenser and took me 15 minutes to put in, recharged the system with freon and it's been good ever since.
I have 2 05 crd's and love them I think the best thing they were the diesel models 05 and 06.
Yeah I don't like getting at the oil filter either It sucks. That's the only thing I don't like and with the back window you just need ne strong arms.
Strong Arms are on my list for the near future.
I remove the radiator fan and then it's easy to access the oil filter
Good review,Thanks👍🏽
My neighbors daughter has same jeep and the both mom and daughter 🙄 hopefully they know someone that can help them when ever they need service because the jeep need a tire and it's been just setting up hopefully that doesn't cause problems thanks for sharing
Are you following the maintenance schedule from your owners manual?
Yes, as close as I can. I don't change the oil every 3000 miles as it states but I use full synthetic so only change every 7000-10000 miles.
So the oil filter comes out from the top without much effort.
Not mine, I don't even think I can see the filter from the top.
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I never said I could see it. Just gotta feel around. If you remove the serpentine belt its real easy
It would also be easy to get to if you just removed the engine too. If you are going to remove a belt to just "feel around" for the filter you might as well just lay on the ground reach up under the front end and "feel around" for the filter and then you wouldn't have to remove the belt. Don't over complicate the task at hand.
@@SmallTownTrekker
Yea of little faith..
@@SmallTownTrekker
As i said. You can't see it from the top BUT you can find it and get your tool on it and it comes off. Little bitchy to put the new on the on BUT it works.
I am thinking of buying one but i live in dubai when temperature gos to 50 degree in thr summer.. would it overheat in that weather?
Not sure, never had it in temps that high.
.... see my above posting about 'heat problems' and heat stress caused FAILURE in the Jeep 3.7L engine.
how does the 4x4 work out in snow.
Does good in the snow, haven't been very deep snow probably only 10-12 inches. Tires would be the difference maker in snow.
Do circular vents do anything, I don't own it, but the owner is who bought it new, it's a little SUV that blows thru snow, without the 4x4, but the circular vent don't blow air, can someone enlighten me.
If the heater or AC isn't blowing I would first check the fuse. Next check the blower motor resistor, which is located behind the glove box so you have to take the glove box door off. If those don't fix problem next would be to check blower motor itself. Hope this helps a little.
Oil filter it alot easier go get to from top
I have the check engine light on becouse EVAP emissions system failure, i changed the gas cap and nothing happend. Any suggestions?
I don't have any.
pcv valve
@@COYGunners thx
Same p0455 ?
@@cooo1hi566 yes P0456
You're 5'10" or 5' 11" which one??
Actually 5' 12"
Lol
Ur wrong almost about everything .. I have a liberty and I'm loving it , except the comfort inside yes that I agree it's a perfect car for long distance as Sests aren't comfortable to sit on for a long time and specially the rear seats where there's almost no air flow , I fo however love the back spacing if you put the seats down you could get a huge space to sleep if you like. Engine is powerful and most amazing is the low rpm engine on highways
abc abc I am a short person lol 4,11” do you think this car would be perfect for me? And is the parts is kinda cheap if I need something fix?
"engine is powerful" HAHAHAHAHAHA. Mine was insanely slow for a while. After a new intake, exhaust system, and chip tune, it was /acceptable./ I could beat nearly every economy car from before 2013. But these things stock are slow as hell.
The size fits me perfectly to. I'm a 6 foot guy and i managed to transform the thing into a sort a camper. Put some drawers in the back and a platform on the 60 portion of the rear seats and i can sleep comfortably. The ride isn't that bad too.
@@honeyofoats5619 the size is okay for you. The parts are cheap (rockauto.com) but be prepared to fix alot of things.
Don't get me wrong, i love the thing but it's not the most reliable
Can you sleep in the back area?? It seems the rear seats don’t fold down all the way
is there any rust problems?
None on the body, I would say normal rust on under carriage. I know there is a known rust problem in the rear suspension area but haven't seen that on mine yet. To be honest this vehicle has become a second car and doesn't get driven much anymore.
Overall it doesn't seem that bad.
Do you still have it
Yes, I don't drive it much or far. With car prices being crazy stupid right now I can't afford a new car or to get rid of it.
are the any issues with the motor? tranny? all of that is just minor stuff
Only problem, so far, with motor is it uses to much gas, no transmission problems yet.
Maybe if u push the front seat up some u will have room. I have a 02 plenty if room. And Im 5'11😅
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Why not just replace the rear window struts. They are cheap and easier to replace than the oil lol. 😅
Ah, another "didn't read the description" person.