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You may want to look back a few pages in the Am I crazy and Gas milege question that I posted as I'm in the processes of buying an '06 Limited - Wranglers have gotten a lot better with there tippiness but like any SUV type they can roll over if you drive them improperly. The '06 wrangeler (I've only looked at the Unlimited but would think both would have it) have the LATCH system so a car seat would attach very easily. also check out the www.iihs.org and safecar.gov for crash test scores.
Good Luck
John
Derek - Our 4 year old is loving the Jeep and there is LATCH you will need that b/c the seat bell doesn't lock very well. Also, I find getting into the back very easy to get the seat in and out.
Now its time to start finding some good accesories.... any advice where to find accessories would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks to everyone!!!
Now its time to have fun - has anyone connected an iPod to thier 2006 wrangler with in-dash 6 CD changer or an XM roady?
Thanks
PS Loving the wrangler just have to come up with name for her now.
When I push in my clutch, I hear a "click or tap" at full pressure (to the floor). It's happening every time.
Is this a sign it's ready to die? BTW, it's a 99 with about 70,000 miles on it.
Any info is appreciated.
-Dan
I don't know, but with 70K miles of use on it you should probably prepare yourself, both mentally and financially, for its replacement in the not too far distant future.
The use of a friend (to press the pedal), and a long, thin, screwdriver (to use as a stethoscope), will help in isolating where the noise is coming from, which could be anywhere from the pedal to the clutch itself.
Obviously, don't do this with the engine running!
Generally, what happens when a clutch fails? I've owned several manual vehicles, but I guess I've been lucky enough to not see a clutch fail.
Will I simply not be able to shift anymore?
-Dan
When this happens the clutch will slip, which will be made apparent by a surge in rpm when you accelerate, but with no corresponding increase in vehicle speed. When the clutch starts to slip it's the beginning of a rapidly increasing cycle. The more it slips, the hotter it gets, and the hotter it gets the more the friction material wears away, which is also why you should never drive with a foot on the clutch pedal, or slip the clutch excessively when moving off or changing gear.
It's also possible for the clutch to fail in such a way that it cannot be disengaged, in which case you won't be able to engage a gear to pull away. Failure of the clutch hydraulic mechanism will also give the same symptom.
I'm going to have a mechanic take a look at it. I have a 500 mile trip coming up soon and the last thing I need is to get stranded in the middle of PA.
Bottom line - make sure you know what your payoff is so you don't get ripped off!!!!
Susan
Both auto and manual transmissions can match the engine for longevity, though both are easily damaged by abuse or neglected service. However, at 90k an original clutch, which is a wear item like the brakes, can be considered to be close to the end of its service life.
-Dan
I still have an 04 Unlimited with over 80,000 miles on it, and it's not had any problems at all. I'm planning on keeping it as a second vehicle for several more years - until it has at least 150,000 miles.
What we bought - A Bright silver Unlimited with the 6-speed transmission, H Package, 6 CD Changer and side steps. We purchased this one b/c my wife wanted a stick and like this color better than black - it is very hard to find a stick unlimited in the Atlanta area that is not carmax.
Why we bought - We have both had fansination about Wranglers from before we were married and our first car together was a GC limited and we looked at a Wrangler than but didn't get it.... Well we started looking at Unlimiteds a year ago when the EP was on and really liked the extra room they had for our family (A 4 year old and we are adopting a little girl from China next year) and then we have a dog and we like to hike and camp. When this latest round of EP came out we looked again. The used jeep market here are holding thier value and so I could get a new jeep for 1500 more than a used one. Also, after reviewing the new body style we personally didn't like it and looked to plush for us. So we were able to trade our 04 Audi for the Jeep - and pay $100 less a month - I will also say another reason that we made the change was this forum - I researched the unlimiteds last year and was surprised that 95% of the post here were positive about the wrangler.
Pros: Its a Jeep! Open air riding, having to slow down in life b/c the ride is a lot better at 60 than 70. I find that am much more relaxed after driving to work in the Jeep nice and slow with the music cranking. I can't talk on the phone so I think I'm a better driver also. I like the factory stereo (I have the 7 speaker version) it does the job and I'm not worried about it being stolen. I find it very easy to manuaver around and get our child in and out his car seat especailly when the top is down - this is also compared to our Audi A4. I really like the simplicity of the Jeep. The wind in my hair.
Cons: Have to figure how to enter the Jeep a little better I'm 6'1 so if I use the step I tower over and if not I have the long step in - getting out is easy. My wife and child do not have this problem. The extra cost of haircuts - I usaully get one every 3 months - but may have to do it every 2 so I'm not so wind blown. The biggest con though is my wife and I have to figure out who gets to drive the only Jeep - my 4 yo may have been on target when we were looking at Jeeps - daddy you get the black one and mommy you get the red one... hmmmm not a bad thought.
Loving the Jeep with the top down and 90+ degree in Hotlanta!
As far as getting in and out - you might want to think about taking off the side steps. I still have them on the Unlimited because we haven't been off-roading it much (up until a couple of months ago it was our daily driver). We did take the steps off of the Sport when we went to Camp Jeep a couple of years ago (side steps have a way of being knocked off on the trail, and can damage your rocker panels). I'm only 5'1" and I didn't have any more problem getting into it than I had with the step - it was just different. My other half is only 5'11" and he never used the step, though he complained that he would occasionally get dust/dirt on his pants legs from it. There are several other options for steps that are higher and include rocker protection - Paul here has one that I really like (he's posted pictures in the past).
I've done a few mods to mine.
Here's how mtngal remembers mine (and you can see the rocker protection a bit better).
-Paul
Hmm... I began to get nervous about what might be going on, but didn't take it in right away. Well... On Monday, I pulled it out of the garage and it took quite a bit longer to move into drive. I even moved it to reverse, and nothing. Only after about 10 seconds, it moved into gear.
Ok.. I drove for a few miles and began to notice a sharp clunking sound when it downshifted from 3rd to 2nd. UH OH! I went over to the Chrysler dealer near the house. After a run with the Trans guy, they determined that there has been a computer code update issued by DC. After he updated the computer, all is well! And geez, it only cost me $150. I guess that was better than a major auto trans overhaul.. or worse yet, a new tranny.
If you are having issues with auto trannys in 2003 models, this could be the problem. By the way, I only have 28k miles on my Green Sahara nicknamed "Treehouse" for our place in the NC mountains (just outside of Hendersonville, NC). I will post the code when I find the repair order. - Chuck
Besides a request for $150, did he say anything else?
Apparently, there was either an internal TSB or memo that was sent out to DC dealers. However, I intend to talk to him as soon as I can to make sure that this was the only issue. I can report that it seems to be working perfectly since the software update.
Both vehicles are competent offroaders (I own or have owned examples of both) and neither is a Wrangler, nor is one 'better' than the other, just different.
AMG vs LR
Enjoy the drive!
Ron
However, if it had been able to make the initial part of the climb with the front wheels it would be at such a steep angle that it's unlikely it would have been able to continue, at least by means of its wheels.
2: Ultimately the pros and cons balance out so it's down to personal preference.
3: If it's been professionally repaired there's no problem.........at least you know about it. If it doesn't have a salvage title and the rest of the information is correct then go for it, it's going to be a toy rather than your main ride after all.
Anyone know what it takes to replace? I know the part costs $104 at Autozone. I don't know if it is something I can change out myself easily? Or how much the labor might run?
Thanks very much for any advice.
I had the TPS go bad on my TJ this weekend. Here is what I experienced:
Sluggish acceleration up hill.
Wanting to stall when foot off the gas.
Then driving down the road about 45 mph, the engine just said, "DONE." and quit.
It restarted, but I couldn't go over 40 (well I COULD have, but wasn't going to push it).
Autozone code reader told me Pedal Position Sensor. 52.00 later, I have the part and I'm actually standing on my jeep's engine compartment trying to find the best way to install this thing on my hot engine.
All I needed was a Torx bit, not sure of size and a socket wrench to do it. On my 2.5L, it is just behind my throttle body facing the firewall, so it is a tight fit to do it).
I then disconnected my battery and took a shower (you'll see why I needed it if you scroll down). Hooked it back up and it ran better than it has run in months. Acceleration is MUCH better than it has been in a while, and I honestly think my mileage is back up. I had less than 3/4 tank (maybe 5/8), and I went 160 miles before stopping to add gass, the light hadn't even come on yet and I had about 1/8 tank left.
Is your TJ a 4.0L? I didn't see a different part number for the 4.0 vs the 2.5L TPS and she was showing me the screen as she searched for the P/N. That 104 sounds about twice as high as it should be cuz I got mine for 52.00.
You can do this yourself. Just make sure you have the Torx.
My Jeep is normally green.
It dried to a nice shade of tan, and the entire engine compartment is the same shade of tan. Okay, the TPS is actually clean, but that is about the ONLY thing under the hood that is! I added about 4 layers of mud to it before the day was over. So thick and my headlights could barely be seen when the lights were on.
Did some crawling too (before the mud).
I'd double check that TPS price. If you can get the part, I can show you where it is on my 2.5 or perhaps Mac can get a pic of where it is on a 4.0. It IS on top of the engine, right by the throttle body and butterfly valve at the end of your air intake tube.
-Paul
-Paul
Those are the same symptoms I experienced. Except for the "done" and quit part. Good to know that could happen. Sounds like I better fix it sooner rather than later.
I'm not saying it will happen to you, because I had been playing offroad for the whole day prior to that.
But from Check Engine to engine die the first time was probably 20 seconds. There was a real noticeable drop in power, a series of acceleration/deceleration of the engine, like it was chugging or something, then it went.
Good luck with it.
-Paul
The TPS is sensitive to water intrusion. Early models (pre '99) had a lot of problems with them until the design was modified.
Could water have gotten to the TPS through the dash?
Mac any insight into the possible dead on the side of the road scenario. I have been driving with it for a few days now. I originally thought the check engine light was a loose gas cap which I also had at the time.
A 'check engine' light will also throw a trouble code which is stored for later retrieval. You can get it read at Autozone for free.
jeff
Here is my question regarding the soft top - we usally put our top up at night and take it down each morning here in Atlanta (heat doesn't bother me that much). When putting the top back up I notice that I have to us a little force when attaching the roof to the pins on the unlimted. I usaully put the roof up, then attach the pins, then rails, header and last the back area.
Question on the sunrider when I fold it back and then attach the strap to secure it - the matarial folds in like a V where the strap is attached - am I doing this right or missing something.
Thank you all!
Thanks,
:confuse:
I just changed one of the tail lights (burned out after 11 years) at a cost of $1.06. Can't remember the last time I fixed something for a dollar.
Keep Jeepin'
Offroad, the autos make some aspects easier, such as rock crawling, but the manual is superior with engine compression and downhill crawling abilities.
Have you considered a used Wrangler that hasn't been offroaded? I don't think much changed between 05 and 06. And you might be able to find what you want online, from places like autotrader.
-Paul
There's plenty of dealers out there and if they choose to, they can access vehicles from hundreds of other dealers. Why not shop around a little more?
Are there any routine items that we should make sure are done on a Jeep, or have been done, before he takes to college. College is 50 miles from home.
Thanks.
Just make sure the servicing/maintenance is up to date and keep it that way.