Are there any problems with the Jeep Cherokee differential?
Jeep Cherokee owners have reported 30 problems related to differential unit (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Jeep Cherokee based on all problems reported for the Cherokee.
Which is the worst model of Jeep Cherokee?
The site also shows which problems are most frequent. Owners have submitted 10,819 complaints for all Jeep vehicles, and Car Complaints found that the worst models are all either Jeep Grand Cherokees or Jeep Cherokees. The worst model years are the 2011 Grand Cherokee, 2015 Grand Cherokee, 2014 Grand Cherokee, 2015 Cherokee, and 2014 Cherokee.
What are the most common problems with Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The 4th generation seems to have the most complaints, specifically the 2011 model. It was the first year of the new generation with about 623 complaints on the NHTSA for electronics. The culprit for the electronics failing was the result of the vehicle’s TIPM or Totally Integrated Power Module.
When does warranty expire on Jeep Cherokee differential?
Jeep service department is now replacing entire differential. Warranty expired at 100,000 miles. Vehicle around 120,000 miles now. Suspect a defect in differential, based on other internet searches. Also had similar issue about a year ago, and thought that balding tires were to blame.
Jeep Cherokee owners have reported 30 problems related to differential unit (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Jeep Cherokee based on all problems reported for the Cherokee.
The 4th generation seems to have the most complaints, specifically the 2011 model. It was the first year of the new generation with about 623 complaints on the NHTSA for electronics. The culprit for the electronics failing was the result of the vehicle’s TIPM or Totally Integrated Power Module.
The site also shows which problems are most frequent. Owners have submitted 10,819 complaints for all Jeep vehicles, and Car Complaints found that the worst models are all either Jeep Grand Cherokees or Jeep Cherokees. The worst model years are the 2011 Grand Cherokee, 2015 Grand Cherokee, 2014 Grand Cherokee, 2015 Cherokee, and 2014 Cherokee.
Jeep service department is now replacing entire differential. Warranty expired at 100,000 miles. Vehicle around 120,000 miles now. Suspect a defect in differential, based on other internet searches. Also had similar issue about a year ago, and thought that balding tires were to blame.
Why is my Jeep Cherokee differential leaking fluid?
There seem to be widespread issue with the differential malfunctioning. Took the car for service and the mechanic found that the rear differential is leaking fluid all over. They checked the differential fluid level and noted excessive amount of metal present in diff. And fluid that leaked.
What kind of noise does a Jeep Grand Cherokee make?
Sometimes it feels like one of the rear wheels are locked and slips during a sharp slow turn. Also, when turn the steering wheel during sharp slow turns the wheel makes a load groan sound. Moaning noise at 35 mph or higher. When in drive there is a loud clunking noise near driver’s side. Doesn’t make noise when I use the brakes.
Why is my Jeep Cherokee 4 wheel low not working?
While driving 40 -50 mph on highway 89 in flagstaff, az I noticed a dash message stating that the speed was too high to shift into 4 wheel low, about a minute later I noticed a dash message that stated the differential lock could not occur and I noticed that the 4 wheel low button was flashing red.
Is there a diff lock button on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
That’s obviously quite versatile. There’s no “diff lock” console button on the Jeep like many other vehicles have: the ELSD is computer controlled, though I believe 4LO will lock it. As justice pointed out, only JGCs with QuadraDrive II will have an ELSD.
What kind of differential does a Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
Quadra-drive II system includes Electronic Rear Limited-Slip Differential. It is 795$ option on Grand Cherokee. But, this option is available only Overland or above trims. Also, the GC has a limited slip diff. Isn’t it either/or?
How does the gerotor pump work on a Grand Cherokee?
– there is a gerotor pump which is driven by the difference between the two axles. – there is a solenoid valve which releases the pressure from the pump. I suppose you could put a switch on the dash to control the solenoid valve, but I don’t know how well that would work out.. normally the drivetrain control handles that.
How does the WK2 ELSD work on a Grand Cherokee?
This is the way the WK ELSD works, but the WK2 ELSD has a motor that drives some clutches.. with ten wires connecting it to the ELSD control module.. So that would be quite a pain to make work if not originally equipped..