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Is there a problem with the Jeep Grand Cherokee 5 diesel?

Is there a problem with the Jeep Grand Cherokee 5 diesel?

Diesel Engine problem of the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5 Failure Date: 09/17/2019 Since the recall a year ago (spring 2019) the vehicle has a serious hesitation in the throttle response until the ecodiesel engine reaches full operating temperature. This creates a serious safety hazard.

Why is my Jeep Grand Cherokee not washing?

4. Dealerships unable to clear check engine light and blame issues on the fact this unit has a diesel engine. Local waterway car wash is refusing to wash these vehicles due to rapid and unattended acceleration issues which have caused accidents at their car washes.

Are there any recalls on the Jeep Grand Cherokee?

I received a second notice (12/10) regarding an “approved emissions modification disclosure 3. 0l diesel” the local dealer was unaware and stated it was the previous recall. I called “fca” (Jeep) and was informed that this was the precurser to another recall.

Why are there recalls on Jeep Grand Cherokee diesels?

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the VM Motori -designed EcoDiesel’s crank position sensor tone wheel — sometimes known as a relocutor ring — can delaminate. That’s bad news, as the part helps synchronize the engine’s fuel-injector pulses and camshaft timing, which are continually optimized for maximum efficiency.

What kind of diesel does a Jeep Cherokee use?

-2.8l Cummins diesel. With a 4bt weighing too much I feel this diesel is top option for this jeep. Dana 44s front and rear. Preferably Rubicon axles. 35s. long arms. Alot of research ahead not sure if this has been built before. For simplicity and availability of parts, the goal is to keep the ax15 transmission.

Can a Cherokee be swapped for an XJ?

It comes with NOTHING you need to swap into an XJ. Click to expand… The only thing really new about the repower 2.8L is that it’ll be sold as a crate (new) motor. the 2.8L Cummins has been in ford F series and all kinds of panel vans/truck all over the world for quite a few years, so it’s well proven.

Can a Cummins engine be swapped for a Cherokee engine?

Plus it’ll be certified EPA legal in all 50 states, mainly the socialist state of California, but still… and its a Cummins. 7-10k is steap price to pay, but for some its a steal for a proven engine that has less head ache than a engine from another vehicle. While i see y’alls point to the Libby’s 2.8L.

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Ruth Doyle