Interior light only works when it feels like it
Rattle in glove box.
This car is a first class performer on and off road although I don't get seriously off road only bush tracks etc.
The interior although dated in appearance is roomy and extremely comfortable and seats 7 better than the people mover I previously owned.
Plenty of power and great economy from the 3L diesel with auto make this a dream for my busy wife and sports loving kids and I get a buzz when she lets me drive it.
60000 ks of city and country driving without a hitch speaks for itself.
I have owned four Jackaroos, and had exceptionally good experience with them -- probably totalled more than a million kilometres all together. Why GMH could never seem to market them successfully I don't know. A great pity that they are no longer available.
I also have owned 4 (Diesel) Jackaroos and find them well built and very functional.
The most reliable and fuel efficient model has been a 2.8L direct injected diesel returning 12.7 Km/L on the open road.
The best all rounder has been a 3.0L Auto diesel. I had problems with glow plugs breaking off. Fortunately my son is a diesel fitter and he managed to get them out without removing the head.
The problem was clearly a failure to seat the plug correctly (probably from factory).
I would advise any owner who has a 3.0L Jackaroo to check the glo plugs for this problem (it only gets worse with time).
Once you understand these engines (not many mechanics do), you can sleep easy and enjoy the performance.
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