Where do I start? I have two of these silly things. What was I thinking? Both are 1998 Limiteds. One is a 5.9 and the other is a regular 5.2. Major problems with both.
Bad paint problems on the 5.9. The paint it badly faded on the hood louvers and on the grille... very disappointing especially when it happens around 55000 miles.
The 5.9 has left me stranded before because of a bad relay which cuts fuel off to the vehicle do to an accident, but there was no accident!
Constant problems with the axles in both of the Jeeps.
You name it and it has happened to the 5.2 Jeep.
In both the 5.9 and the 5.2 the heated seats work for about a week after being replaced. I have done that numerous times... I quit, I will just deal with a cold butt!
Check engine lights are a common thing... many transmission problems in both Jeeps.
In both Jeeps the rear windows love to mysteriously roll down.
Jeep dealers are worthless!...can't ever fix anything the first time. I am glad that I have extended warranty or else I would have paid for the Jeeps twice.
Both Jeeps perform great. Especially the 5.9, loads of torque!
Both of these Jeeps tow extremly well. I have a 21' car hauler and can pull cars great.
Transmission issues are fairly common in Jeeps and can often be traced back to service stations failing to use the proper additive...
FLUID CAUTIONS:
* ATF+4® MUST always be used in vehicles that were originally filled with ATF+4®.
* ATF+4® is compatible with ATF+3 and can be used to top off vehicles that currently have ATF+2 or ATF+3.
* DO NOT use ATF+2 or ATF+3 to top off vehicles that have ATF+4® fluid.
* The use of non-recommended fluids can result in transmission failure. The usual results are erratic shifts, slippage, abnormal wear and eventual failure due to fluid breakdown and sludge formation. Avoid this condition by using recommended fluids only.
* A low fluid level allows the pump to take in air along with the fluid. Air in the fluid will cause fluid pressures to be low and develop slower than normal. If the transmission is overfilled, the gears churn the fluid into foam. This aerates the fluid causing the same conditions that occur with a low level. In either case, air bubbles cause fluid overheating, oxidation and varnish buildup which interferes with valve and clutch operation. Foaming also causes fluid expansion which can result in fluid overflow from the transmission vent or fill tube. Fluid overflow can easily be mistaken for a leak if inspection is not careful.
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