Step-by-Step Guide to remove the Engine from Jeep Liberty KJ 3.7L: A Comprehensive how to

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In this episode, we cover in detail some of the things you can expect when pulling an engine on the Jeep Liberty platform
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00:00 - Intro
00:09 - Channel intro
00:24 - Remove Radiator
00:36 - radiator hoses
00:46 - Thermostat Location
01:05 - Removing accessories
01:33 - Removing the Serpentine belt
01:46 - Removing the Alternator
02:43 - Removing the Powersteering pump
03:28 - Removing the AC compressor
04:13 - Removing the intake manifold
04:58 - Disconnecting the Fuel rail pressure line
05:43 - Upper transmission bolts
06:21 - Starter Locator Plate
06:59 - Removing torque converter/Flexplate access cover
08:52 - removing torque to flexplate bolts
09:35 - accessing lower transmission bolts
11:00 - removing the starter
11:31 - disconnecting exhaust from manifolds
11:50 - Starter ground cable
12:11 - Crank position sensor connector
12:27 - Oil Pressure sending unit connector
12:49 - Motor mounts
13:41 - Engine hook-up points
16:13 - shot from wine pull episode

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@user-ct9go3zf3h Жыл бұрын

This is by far the best "how to" video I have seen! Just the facts without all the other stuff. Thank you , Alfred.

@canyonexplorer 9 ай бұрын

Awesome Video. Shows all those little details that everyone else leaves out. Thank you for such a detailed explanation without wasting time with actually doing everything.

@paulthepainter2366 4 ай бұрын

I've never seen an instructional video this informative and well produced. Thank you very much. Hopefully any other projects i encounter you have a video about it

@alexramos8507 2 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for sharing your experience. DALE

@ciscokidfab7595 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful and detailed, I just pulled a motor and wish I would have watched this video first.

@douglasblack3865 Жыл бұрын

How many hours did you have in it? I need to pull mine.

@CrookedMustache Жыл бұрын

In theory, the swap (old engine out and replacement back in) is a weekend job. If your only pulling it out for now, under perfect conditions, maybe one day. But I would still plan for the whole weekend in case of stuff like spinning bolts, rounded bolts, or nuts. That's the stuff that will kill your momentum

@ciscokidfab7595 Жыл бұрын

@@douglasblack3865 it took about 6+ hours. Labeling and bagging recommended.I also pulled the rad,

@austinkameron4642 Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊 big help

@dillonjordan4375 8 ай бұрын

Great video.

@GaryCima Ай бұрын

Great video Alfred.

@CrookedMustache Ай бұрын

Thank you sir!

@therenegade1735 Жыл бұрын

Gracias Alfred....

@lennardfinley9341 5 ай бұрын

Thank you that you made this video

@lennardfinley9341 5 ай бұрын

I’m taking mines out wit my dad and it help us a lot cause some of the bolts were really hard

@ricks8102 3 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@thejackaroo4WDcampingchannel 2 ай бұрын

Can you please help with ID of a part? It is located at the front right of the engine bay, it is attached to the framework left of the battery. It has two hoses attached, one comes from the throttle body, the other I'm not certain. There is a connector on there with a Black/red wire and a blue wire. I have scoured the manual but I cannot find what it is for, it is broken and has a diaphragm in the bottom. I would be grateful for an ID please

@JohnODonovan1 10 ай бұрын

also, this video does not show an engine being removed from the vehicle, it just tells you what to do. Does anybody know of a video that shows the process?

@CrookedMustache 10 ай бұрын

Yes and I did it another video that actually got posted before this one kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hrmZa8dz1bGupKs.html , this was the explanation

@dakotagomez2474 Жыл бұрын

Do a Mazda 97 b2500 2.5 engine! Your good

@JohnODonovan1 10 ай бұрын

just in case you'd like to know, the pen size and color of the pen are barely visible, it took me a few to realize that you were actually indicating things you were talking about. Anyway red does not work against black or dark backgrounds. there is a large marker and maybe try yellow.

@njoeandjen Жыл бұрын

Great detail yes the top bell housing bolts are a pain the 2 top side ones also did you have to loosen any transmission support bolts to angle transmission at all or will it seperate enough to pull engine thanks!

@CrookedMustache Жыл бұрын

For pulling the I did nothing, it’s came straight out with some persuasion lol. But I did notice the trans drop slightly, supporting it with a jack would relieve any of tension. For the re install, having the transmission at its level height will make it easier or you could angle up the transmission slightly to help mate the two together. The biggest pain will be getting the motor mount bolts to drop on to their cradles. Have a long pry bar or even a broom stick to tap the bolts forward or back as you lower the engine to get them in place.

@njoeandjen 10 ай бұрын

@@CrookedMustache the top trans bolts cannot get to unless you pulled trans with engine or removed intake like I had to.

@camronfritz Жыл бұрын

What is the best way to unbolt the top bellhousing bolts from the engine bay? And if not is there any other way? Ive been struggling with those for days lol

@CrookedMustache Жыл бұрын

I know what you mean, it’s wrenching by braille lol. For the top two, With the intake manifold removed you should at least be able to access them and a ratcheting wrench will save you from “locate, twist, lift, repeat mantra lol. For the upper ones on the side, if you can get you hand into the gap the wrench might work, for me ended up using a ratchet with several extensions and the angle drive to reach it from like the back for the transmission. Hardest two bolts of the whole job

@camronfritz 10 ай бұрын

Did you have to do anything special to remove the bolts that hold the exhaust manifold to the exhaust downpipe? Mine are completely rusted out and the clips that hold the bolt keep turning with it lol I'm about to cut the exhaust out tbh.

@CrookedMustache 10 ай бұрын

Ran into that problem with the passenger side manifold on the bad engine, I ended up removing the manifold from the head, once the engine was out I had room to climb into the engine bay and cut the bolt so I could separate the manifold from the down pipe

@claytonfrans4826 4 ай бұрын

Let other's know to remove the right motor mount and lower the motor to remove the intake!

@user-jy4wq6di9j 9 ай бұрын

Is there anything special I would need to do to swap 3.7l seized engine.

@CrookedMustache 9 ай бұрын

FULL DISCLAIMER (since this might be considered getting into the weeds here) I’m not a certified mechanic but its how I would do it if the engine would not turn at all. Kinda, so your biggest hurdle is you won’t be able to access the bolts that attach the flex plate to the torque converter ( 8:52 ). To avoid pulling the transmission as well, you’ll have to pull the torque converter out with the engine. For that I’d recommend pulling the radiator for the extra room and to prevent damage and instead of pulling the bolts from the motor mounts you’ll have to unbolt the mounts themselves from the block (while finding a way to support the engine DONT GO LOSING ANY FINGERS NOW!) to allow for enough forward movement for the converter to clear the bell housing and I would absolutely support the trans to avoid damage to the input shaft when the converter comes off.

@worthmanrugcoonwestmain 19 күн бұрын

❤

@hawkeye292002 Ай бұрын

Swapping 05 with an 05. Am I going to have a computer problem? I swapped PCM and that was a no go. Thank you for the video.

@CrookedMustache Ай бұрын

I think I had to change one sensor, because the 05 sensor didn’t match the 07 harness, but year to year I don’t think you should’ve had an issue

@CrookedMustache Ай бұрын

My swap was a drive by cable to a drive by wire and all I did was swap manifolds

@hawkeye292002 Ай бұрын

Thank you.

@omarjones1460 Ай бұрын

Is it possible for you to give me dimensions LxWxH. I am considered an engine swap.

@CrookedMustache Ай бұрын

I can see we think a like 😉, the LS fits quite nicely. I’m guessing a Hemi would as well. This guy actually makes CAN-BUS conversations kits for the for the GM computer to talk to the Jeep dash and cluster. I think the Holley modules as well

@omarjones1460 Ай бұрын

@@CrookedMustache . I have seen LS swaps, and 345 Hemi swaps, but I am considering an I-6 swap. If you ever have a 3.7L PowerTech out of the body please post the dimensions. You would help the community greatly.

@Raincluzzz 2 ай бұрын

My trans is stuck to the engine

@CrookedMustache 2 ай бұрын

From the calamities I went through, I’m gonna say in this order check 1. a missed bolt from the trans to the engine 2. One of the two bolts that go into the trans from the engine side 3. The starter bolts 4. Missed a flex plate bolt 5. The locating pins have seized (it’ll still come out, but it’s gonna put up a fight). 6. Finally remember that because of the design of the engine mounts, when you remove the bolt that secures the engine mounts to the jeep frame rails, you have to lift/tilt the engine up so the the mounts clear the cradles and you can move the engine forward enough to separate the engine from the trans