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Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain? (2002 - 2012)
From 2002 to 2012 the Jeep Liberty 3.7L engines have a timing chain and are interference. The 2005 - 2006 2.8L and the 2002 - 2005 2.4L engines have timing belts and are non-interference.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Jeep Liberty.
| Year | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 - 2012 | 3.7L | timing chain | interference |
| 2005 - 2006 | 2.8L | timing belt | non-interference |
| 2002 - 2005 | 2.4L | timing belt | non-interference |
Timing Belt Basics
The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).
A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.
A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.
Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.
Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.
2012 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2012 Jeep Liberty has a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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2011 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2011 Jeep Liberty has a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2010 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2010 Jeep Liberty has a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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2009 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2009 Jeep Liberty has a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2008 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2008 Jeep Liberty has a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
Side-By-Side Comparisons
Jeep Liberty Belt Or Chain By Year
2007 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2007 Jeep Liberty has a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2006 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2006 Jeep Liberty 3.7L engine has a timing chain and is interference while the 2.8L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.8L | timing belt | non-interference | 90k |
2005 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2005 Jeep Liberty 3.7L engine has a timing chain and is interference while the 2.4L and 2.8L engines have timing belts and are non-interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.8L | timing belt | non-interference | 90k |
| 2.4L | timing belt | non-interference | 90k |
2004 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2004 Jeep Liberty 3.7L engine has a timing chain and is interference while the 2.4L engines have timing belts and are non-interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L | timing belt | non-interference | 90k |
2003 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2003 Jeep Liberty 3.7L engine has a timing chain and is interference while the 2.4L engines have timing belts and are non-interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L | timing belt | non-interference | 90k |
2002 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2002 Jeep Liberty 3.7L engine has a timing chain and is interference while the 2.4L engines have timing belts and are non-interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L | timing belt | non-interference | 90k |
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