This is just the tip of the iceberg. That engine is prone to expensive failures. And has been since it's introduction. Go on the Jeep forums and search "Eco Diesel problems". You'll get the phone book.
Yeah apparently they're solid engines if you spend several thousand replacing or removing all the OEM acronyms.
VM Motori makes a lot of engines. Did your liberty have EGR, DPF, SCR, etc?
I met one DIYer in the oil aisle at my local Walmart. I saw him picking up one of those expensive Mopar filters that never sell so I asked him what motor it was for and he said it was the Ecodiesel 3.0. The filter alone was $52+ in store.
2.8L 4 cylinder. No idea if it had those in 2006.
Comparing apples and hammers unfortunately. The 3.0L is a V6 loaded with all kinds of emissions systems problems, and engine problems.
I get it. Modern diesels are a risk after the warranty expires.
But the Eco Diesel is also a risk while under warranty.
Could a Grand Cherokee handle the Cummins? It weighs almost 1100 lbs, twice as much as the Hemis. I like the idea of it, but wonder if the GC is stout enough to handle it. Maybe a modern Ramcharger based on the truck chassis.
A big piece of Fiat CRAP.
I don't see why not. It's offered with an air suspension and has a 7,200 lb. towing capacity with the HEMI. (7,400 lb. with 2WD).
