Are there any issues with the Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel?
All that being said, aside from the catalytic converter which was recalled, I’ve had no issues with the vehicle due to the diesel engine or its fancy emissions system. Other people on this forum won’t have that same experience however, and you’ll hear more from people who had issues than those who haven’t.
Where does the 4 cylinder Jeep engine come from?
This in-line 4 cylinder diesel motor is produced in Italy by VM Motori. This engine is a newer version of the R428. While having the same displacement and bore and stroke, this engine is a different block than the R428.
What kind of engine does a Jeep Cherokee have?
Inline four turbodiesel engine provided by Italian manufacturer VM Motori, owned by Detroit Diesel Corporation, 2499 cc, OVH (gear driven), push rod, 2 valves per cylinder, indirect injection. 120 ps (88 kW) at 4000 rpm and (300 Nm) at 2000 rpm.
Why does a diesel have to run at idle?
– Most TurboDiesel owners did not know the reasons why a diesel has to run for some time, at idle,when parked, in order to get rid of accumulated heat in the engine block. This in-line 4 cylinder diesel motor is produced in Italy by VM Motori. The engine features:
All that being said, aside from the catalytic converter which was recalled, I’ve had no issues with the vehicle due to the diesel engine or its fancy emissions system. Other people on this forum won’t have that same experience however, and you’ll hear more from people who had issues than those who haven’t.
This in-line 4 cylinder diesel motor is produced in Italy by VM Motori. This engine is a newer version of the R428. While having the same displacement and bore and stroke, this engine is a different block than the R428.
Is there an optional engine block heater on a jeep GC?
After doing some research all eco-diesels come from the factory with the engine block heater installed. If someone orders a GC and orders the optional block heater they are charged $395.00. The cord is put in at the Jeep assembly plant.
Inline four turbodiesel engine provided by Italian manufacturer VM Motori, owned by Detroit Diesel Corporation, 2499 cc, OVH (gear driven), push rod, 2 valves per cylinder, indirect injection. 120 ps (88 kW) at 4000 rpm and (300 Nm) at 2000 rpm.
How many miles per gallon does a Grand Cherokee diesel get?
Last week, driving my family over the high plains of New Mexico across northern Arizona and into southern Utah, I stopped every 340 miles to refuel my V6 Liberty’s 20.5-gallon fuel tank. With its 22-gallon fuel tank, the Grand Cherokee diesel can cruise more than 450 highway miles per fill-up (estimated 20/25mpg).
Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel safe to drive?
For the most part, it’s been great. The highway fuel economy is fantastic. My vehicle has not been without issues however. All 2014s were recalled to replace the catalytic converter (mine failed with the symptoms that triggered the recall – a check engine light, but no real change in behavior.)
What kind of CRD does a Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
I have a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 3.0 CRD. Got the dreaded P1270 code. Removed the intake manifolds, cleaned them thoroughly, and replaced the swirl valve motor. Now the ETC light comes on and it throws P1270 without setting the check engine light. It does however put the jeep into limited power.
I have a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 3.0 CRD. Got the dreaded P1270 code. Removed the intake manifolds, cleaned them thoroughly, and replaced the swirl valve motor. Now the ETC light comes on and it throws P1270 without setting the check engine light. It does however put the jeep into limited power.
What kind of engine does a Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
I have a 2007 Jeep… I have a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 3.0 CRD. Got the dreaded P1270 code. Removed the intake manifolds, cleaned them thoroughly, and replaced the swirl valve motor. Now the ETC light comes on and it throws P1270 without setting the check engine light. It does however put the jeep into limited power. Any suggestions?
For the most part, it’s been great. The highway fuel economy is fantastic. My vehicle has not been without issues however. All 2014s were recalled to replace the catalytic converter (mine failed with the symptoms that triggered the recall – a check engine light, but no real change in behavior.)
When did the first Jeep Cherokee come out?
The first generation of Jeep Cherokee, known as the SJ, has a vastly different look and feel from what would come in later years. With one of its engines being the powerful 401 AMC V8, the Cherokee managed to outperform all other vehicles in its class at the time of its introduction, though the engine stopped being produced in 1978.
Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee a reliable car?
This car certainly did not live up to expectations in reliability. It pulled fine, and got 24 MPG, so that part was fine. I made the deal a day before our state closed auto sales for a while, and got a non diesel car, first time I haven’t owned a diesel since 1975 Rabbit, and a series of VWs culminating in this Ecodiesel 3.0.
How old does a Jeep Grand Cherokee have to be?
A Grand Cherokee more than 20 years old is going to come with many miles and potential issues. Like the man-eating plant in “Little Shop of Horrors,” it will devour what little budget you have left in the bank and still demand more. The first generation (1993-98) and the second (1999-2004) are similar in size and appearance.
Can a 2010 Grand Cherokee be tinkered with?
And while that’s perfectly valid, you don’t have to worry about a high mileage 2010 Grand Cherokee as much as you would other cars. Most Jeeps can be tinkered with to keep them running, though for some earlier models it takes a lot of love and care.
Which is the most reliable Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Let’s take a look at why the 2010 Grand Cherokee model year is the most reliable one. The 2010 Grand Cherokee Via: The Car Connection The Jeep Grand Cherokee took the stage in 1993 and by 2010 had already gone through three generations.