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Bulb replacement

I need to replace the daytime running light on the left side but everything I am finding is for the LEDs and not these halogen headlights. Can i replace the bulbs to LED as well? Everything I am seeing is showing its a pain in the ass so how do I go about it?

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2024/05/12
05:25 UTC

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Unable to take a bad picture of this old thing… great weather helps

Admittedly still under 30k miles but driving so nice lately, no complaints with this still-competitive vehicle. The ‘19 High Altitude trim has great equipment level and haters gonna hate but I love my Harman Kardon audio. I’m lucky enough to have a couple SVS subs in my home theater, and I consider the HK to have bass with shape and punch for an OEM system. 3.6 has plenty of power for my flat road, no-towing use, air suspension doing its thing being noticeably more comfortable for the time being, everything is gravy and I’m thankful. Everyone always says “nobody posts on the internet saying ‘oh i love my car and it’s running fine’ so I figured I would, for those of us out there. Who cares, it’s reddit.

11 Comments
2024/05/12
03:36 UTC

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Possible ticking?

I'm thinking this is the tick right? Thanks for the help! 2015 3.6 V6 115k

I have a service appointment on the 14th

https://youtube.com/shorts/1SvVVFE-Co4?feature=shared

4 Comments
2024/05/12
01:47 UTC

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Shifter Interlock question

Hey all, just the other day My 93 ZJ couldnt shift out of park. I did some digging and found that it could be the shifter interock that is not allowing it to shift out of park properly. Does anyone have any insite or have had this problem and know how to fix it? I did find a workaround for the issue, but I would like to fix it permanently if possible.

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2024/05/11
23:49 UTC

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EU taillight turn signal conversion

This might just be the coolest mod I’ve ever done to my vehicles. My previous vehicle had separate dedicated amber turn signals and I found the info two days ago. https://www.jeepgarage.org/threads/taillights-conversion-to-eu-style-and-leds.227269/

Used Jscan, Veepeak BLE+, and TTXSPP 12+8 adapter for the security bypass.

18 Comments
2024/05/11
21:29 UTC

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Anyway to manually lower the third row seat on GCL 23' ?

The switch for one side (right) seat of the third row seems to be dead. Before I take it to the dealer I just wanted to know if there is any manual way to lower the third row seat.

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2024/05/11
20:42 UTC

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Thinking of getting a grand Cherokee altitude, but it’s got 165k miles on it

What’s up guys, but g my first car here and was wondering how it’d run with that many miles. Trying to keep my budget low but it’s a great looking car. Thoughts guys? Thanks!

13 Comments
2024/05/11
18:45 UTC

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Reliability of a used Grand Cherokee?

I’m in the market for a car and found a ‘21 GC 80th anniversary edition with 44k miles. Are maintenance and repairs gonna be a pain in the ass or are GCs more reliable than they’re made out to be?

20 Comments
2024/05/11
18:04 UTC

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Correct fluid for transfer case fluid change?

2003 4.0 laredo with selectrac. One video said i can use ATF 4 but i saw another one saying i have to use the mopar one so just wondering if the one i have here is good thank you

8 Comments
2024/05/11
18:03 UTC

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2019 GC - USB2 under screen not working

Hey all, wondering if anyone has experienced this issue before. I normally have my phone plugged into USB2, but today I tried plugging my phone in and nothing happened. I tried 3 different cables and all did not work in USB2, but all 3 worked in USB1 (connected to carplay, was charging, etc.) Is there anything that I can try to get this port working again? I tried removing and replacing the F80 fuse. I also tried doing the "soft reset" but it did not work holding both knobs or the phones buttons on the steering wheel. Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks!

2 Comments
2024/05/11
17:08 UTC

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Any tow mode when hauling? 2015 Overlander

I noticed when hauling a boat on my 2015 Overlander that there was no tow mode or really any difference in the dashboard Does the jeep not have such a thing, does it realize its towing?

2 Comments
2024/05/11
15:13 UTC

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What is the process for installing the TPMS on new wheels for WK2?

In this case, I plan to put 18” Jeep Wrangler Rubicon wheels on a WK2 4x4 Laredo?

What’s the cheapest way to get the TPMS on the new wheels if you plan to switch between a set of 20” OEM wheels and the wrangler set for summer offroad travel?

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2024/05/11
13:52 UTC

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What's wrong with my ecodiesel jeep?

https://youtu.be/MsuIyEzEpXo

This is the comparison video before and after the recall at the dealership. The before footage is not exactly before the dealership visit for the recall but rather before the knock came up which is a couple of weeks ago. Before the dealership visit, the jeep was already knocking. The dealer visit with the recall and multipoint inspection done barely made a difference. Is this normal or is it because the technicians at the dealer were not good enough with ecodiesel? help

2 Comments
2024/05/11
12:52 UTC

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A/C recharge

Never really had this issue before, but how often if ever have you guys had to recharge your A/C? 2012 JGC, and have lived in Florida the last 5 years so it’s on 8-9 months of the year.

Anyways, when I have both drivers and passengers side set to LO the passengers side comes out about 10 degrees cooler than the drivers side (56 degrees vs 65 degrees respectively).

The temperatures on either side will raise and lower as I cycle up from LO to HI and back just fine, but once settled at LO the drivers side doesn’t get as cold.

I replaced the blend door actuator gear on the passengers side a few weeks ago because it was stuck at 74 no matter what temperature I had it set at, but this seems different than that as the temp does in fact change when I adjust it. Still possible that’s the culprit? Drivers side seems a bit more of a pain in the ass than the passengers side to say the least.

What temps are your guys cars pumping out the A/C at? Do my temps sound warm to you?

I’ve never once touched the A/C system since I’ve owned it, and the Jeep was in Colorado before Florida so A/C was used much less, but do these things just naturally start to lose some oomph as they approach 15 years old and need a top off?

2 Comments
2024/05/11
11:58 UTC

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Lease - 2023

Could you pls recommend a best deal to lease grand Cherokee l Laredo? I'm looking to have a moonrooof, remote start, and third row seating?

I live in Washington State.

0 Comments
2024/05/11
08:19 UTC

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Winch and lockers soon 🔥

4 Comments
2024/05/11
08:15 UTC

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Night drives

4 Comments
2024/05/11
07:36 UTC

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98 Grand Cherokee NP249 Issue, Maybe?

About 2 years ago I swapped in a Rebuilt NP249 into my 98 GC (now regret that seeing how easy it is to work on them for just a new VC). Within the last year or so I have had a noise at coast that is progressively getting louder. Starting to sound like straight cut gears/bad pinion bearing combined when I coast above 60 mph, sound is definitely in the front. At lower speeds not as bad but still there. The noise goes away when front drive shaft is removed and at this point I have re-geared both differentials (all new bearings), new wheel hubs, balanced tires, new brakes and rotors. all having the same sound. I'm at the point I think the transfer case may be the issue. Is it possible that my "rebuilt" transfer case could have an issue causing this vibration/sound only when the front drive-train is adding tension to the system? I have also tried to replicate on a lift and the noise goes away completely. I'm at a loss and will probably eventually crack the T-case before a trip coming up if nobody else has an idea before then.

Only things on the T-case I have seen that could be abnormal is the fluid I most recently changed out was almost purplish and was a bit runny for ATF-4. I also saw when I removed the front drive shaft I could push the front output shaft/yolk in and out, not a lot but was able to move it.

Any help or ideas would be appreciated. or if anyone has had a similar issue. Just looking for possible issues before I go digging in places I really don't want to, but will probably have to.

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2024/05/11
07:11 UTC

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wj jeep questions

looking into getting a 2000-2004 wj and was wondering if 130k-150k miles is considered a lot on them. it would be a daily driver. any advice is helpful!

7 Comments
2024/05/11
04:17 UTC

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WK2 long term maintenance

Whaddup all, looking for some input.

I currently have a 2017 WK2 Limited with 50k. In the last few months I’ve had kind of a bad run with maintenance issues and am considering options. Since buying in 2020 I’ve replaced the water pump, an evap leak sensor in the rear wheel well, in the last 3 months I’ve had the oil cooler replaced and now I’m dealing with a phantom cylinder 2 misfire.

If I’m being honest I’m just tired of this thing breaking. I’m paying a not small car payment, taxes and insurance every month. Now on top of that there’s the consistent repair costs…. The vehicle is 7 years old and ain’t getting any newer, I’m sure other stuff is gonna go.

My question is, those who have higher mileage WK2s, what have you replaced? I’m really just trying to figure out what else is gonna break on this thing…

3 Comments
2024/05/11
02:04 UTC

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2024 Grand Cherokee L overland suspension

I’m looking into a 2024 GC overland but am confused about the suspension system. I do not want any air ride suspension. Do the overland trims come with the air system?

When I look online it says the Quadra trac 2 which doesn’t appear to be the air ride but when I look at ones for sale, they have the height adjustment to the right of the shifter knob

9 Comments
2024/05/11
00:34 UTC

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Brakes starting to pulsate when braking going downhill

2018 Altitude with 62k miles. My brakes aren’t squeaking at all but going home I have to brake from about 60mph while on a decline and they’re starting to pulsate. I know I can probably push them longer but I don’t want to end up needing rotors also.

I was quoted $385 per axel for pads and resurfacing the rotors. Does that seem fair?

I would love to do them myself but don’t trust my mechanic skills enough to keep my wife and toddler safe on the roads.

10 Comments
2024/05/10
22:39 UTC

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Passive entry on my L Summit reserve is not working. It has 140 miles. Any help is appreciated TIA

I've tried everything I could find online

0 Comments
2024/05/10
18:05 UTC

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Max Care dealers?

Search brings me lots of posts asking about the value (or not) of the warranty, alternate warranty companies, etc. but not the relatively recent post I (seem to) recall where someone was mentioning a Michigan (?) dealer that specializes in selling these. I also think the price of $1800 US was mentioned there (but that didn't help me find the post so maybe I'm wrong).

Could someone either point me to a thread that has dealer names I can follow up with or offer similar directly? It's not specicially urgent but I am trying to get all the pieces lined up before it is.

Thank you!

12 Comments
2024/05/10
16:42 UTC

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Modding jeep GC Laredo 2020

Any tips, or advice on how to do so? Recommendations for websites or parts are welcomed. I’m looking for cosmetics/ and or performance.

3 Comments
2024/05/10
15:45 UTC

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First summer with my Jeep

3 Comments
2024/05/10
15:11 UTC

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RIPP Mods.

2017 GC Trailhawk 5.7

So I just ordered the RIPP performance coil packs and NGK Spark plugs and VOLANT CAI. Am I an SRT now? Jk I know it’s not. But it should make a noticeable difference overall, super excited :D

10 Comments
2024/05/10
14:50 UTC

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Unconnect system in our 2016 GC Limited stopped working - replacement covered under Mopar Care Plus warranty (thankfully)

Like the title says.

All of a sudden the touch 8.5 in touch screen stopped responding to touch and froze a few weeks ago. Also the screen would go black. The one small saving grace is, if/when you started the Jeep the touch screen will work fien for like a minute but after that it will freeze and or go black.

When we bought the Jeep new in 2016, we purchased the Mopar Care Plus warranty though the dealer.

We brought the Jeep back to the dealer, they confirmed the Unconnect system needed to be replaced and they started/opened the request with Mopar Care Plus to have it replaced. We borough the GC back home later that day. About 7 days later the nice service rep from the Dealer called to say they received confirmation from Mopar Care Plus the Uconnect replacement system would be covered and it will take 7-10 days for the new system to arrive (I live in north NJ area).

They will call us back once the new system arrives and they said they will need one day with the Jeep to get the new one installed.

My one question, I think I know the answer, LOL, but never hurts to ask :). I am wondering if they will install newer UConnect system that has Apple CarPlay since as we know the 2016 sadly did/does not.

thanks everyone.

6 Comments
2024/05/10
12:00 UTC

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Driver Memory Settings

Has anyone had their Driver memory settings stop working? I can set how I want everything and I get the acknowledgement on my dash that the setting was saved, but if I press settings for driver 2 nothing happens. Same when I hit 1. So the Jeep will save settings, but not go into the correct position when the buttons are pressed. Any ideas on what it might be?

6 Comments
2024/05/10
08:14 UTC

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