Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain? (2002 - 2012)

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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.

Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-Interference
2002 - 20123.7Ltiming chaininterference
2005 - 20062.8Ltiming beltnon-interference
2002 - 20052.4Ltiming beltnon-interference
2010 Jeep Liberty
2010 Jeep Liberty

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.

Jeep Liberty Belt Or Chain: Jump To Model Year

2012 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2012 Jeep Liberty has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2012 Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.7Ltiming chaininterferencelifetime
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2011 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2011 Jeep Liberty has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2011 Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.7Ltiming chaininterferencelifetime

2010 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2010 Jeep Liberty has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2010 Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.7Ltiming chaininterferencelifetime

2009 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2009 Jeep Liberty has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2009 Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.7Ltiming chaininterferencelifetime

2008 Jeep Liberty - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2008 Jeep Liberty has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2008 Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.7Ltiming chaininterferencelifetime

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.

2007 Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.7Ltiming chaininterferencelifetime

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.

2006 Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.7Ltiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.8Ltiming beltnon-interference90k

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.

2005 Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.7Ltiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.8Ltiming beltnon-interference90k
2.4Ltiming beltnon-interference90k

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.

2004 Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.7Ltiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.4Ltiming beltnon-interference90k

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.

2003 Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.7Ltiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.4Ltiming beltnon-interference90k

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.

2002 Jeep Liberty Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.7Ltiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.4Ltiming beltnon-interference90k

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