I made a quick video showing how to diagnose and replace the most common air leak on the 2011-2017Jeep Grand Cherokees. I also show a method with the benefit of not losing any nitrogen.
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I used two RMT jwk2-a210-adfu shock top valves! https://amzn.to/3yjXSZG
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wk2 jeep suspension
00:00 Intro to my new daily driver
00:32 Symptoms and diagnosing the leak
02:31 Overview of Fix
04:13 setting the shocks to neutral pressure
5:11 Shock valve replacement
07:06 Fixed and tested.
08:22 Tools needed!
Disclaimer: This is to be treated strictly as advice and not instruction. I can not be held responsible for any actions you may take with a current or future vehicle.
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I'm considering a 2013 Overland with the V8 (136k miles of salt-free NC driving). This info is good to have.
Do you find yours to be generally realiable? I'm getting rid of my 07 Tahoe (starting to add up on fixes) and my only experience with Jeeps is my first CJ-5 (1967), a 89 Cherokee Sport, and my 2004 Wrangler (still have it). The 89 and 67 were bulletproof. My 04 has had some issues but I just can't part with it…too fun for summer cruising.
I tried this. Immediately received a warning on the dash when I tried to lower the car into "Park" exit/entry mode: "SELECTED RIDE HEIGHT NOT PERMITTED." Anyone else see that?
Answer: Two RMT JWK2 A210 ADFU Shock Top Valves
If the system has a leak, then there is not more nitrogen right?. Does the system refill with air automatically.?
Another satisfied customer. Unless I come out tomorrow and find the front end of my 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit sagging on the ground again, you’ve saved me some money!
Hello Kenny. My name is Chris. Is there a way to contact you. I would like to pick your brain on a couple things I have going on on my 2012 JGC overland.
My son has a 2011 Overland and the nitrogen has depleted so the car looks like a low ridder and rides extremely rough. The fuse was blown in the pump and not sure if we have a leak. Do you have any suggestions on a cheap way to replace the nitrogen? He cannot afford to pay the dealership price.
Thanks for the video and for instilling confidence in the DIYers! I have a 2014 Overland and my 40 amp fuse (F5 location) blew for the air compressor so I started researching on this topic (C1562-98 system over temperature). I feel the compressor might be on its way out, and I am trying to wrap my head around how to change the compressor without loosing nitrogen. So, 1. do you know where the various check valves are located for the entire system? 2. can the compressor be isolated from the closed circuit to easily replace it? Every thing I am reading is talking about draining all the nitrogen and then refilling it. And I hear only dealerships do it, local shops don't keep these elaborate set ups.. Would love some insights.. thx!!
A big thank you. You helped me solve my problem. The only change .. i didnt feel confident in disconnecting the height sensors etc..so i bought alfaobd and obdlink to properly deflate the struts to the reservoir and viceversa. It was about 150$ extra but well worth considering I will be able to run a lot of other bidirectional tests on my 2014 gc overland in the future. Thanks!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZDdQXGRXeo just some info for those who dont know. you might get it done for free
so update my 177k overland is still up so simple of a fix for us mechanically inclined individuals. great job sir i always sift thru the best of the best you win in this repair.
now after cylinder head replacement,water pump,suspension i need to replace my computer for cruise and traction lol another $700 i cant do that job.
i watched another video and saw yours yours had more detail on the nitro and was straight to the point parts came today put them in but did not do the twist tie trick will check in the morning to see if its back down but it went up quick had to start jeep twice and lower it to the exit setting then back up to normal setting worked like a charm. thx $58 is better than the 5k to 20k estimate dealer gave me i think i see where they get their money from. also just replaced my door man for $30 not $800 great job sir
Y'ALL, I'VE OWNED ONE OF THESE GRAND CHEROKEES FOR 12 YEARS NOW. I've dealt with every problem, all under warranty. If you have a high end version of these jeeps, GET A MOPAR maxcare EXTENDED WARRANTY. I had over $50k in warrantied repairs to keep my jeep like new to 180kmi. THESE 90 DEGREE VALVES ARE 1 TIME USE!!!! I've had numerous dealerships tell me this, but half of them DON'T KONW IT. If they're ever disconnected, you HAVE to replace them to unsure reliability. They WILL fail in time if reused. If you have a higher mileage one of these jeeps and are leaking, don't bother testing, just replace all 4.
Great video! i had one of those since 2010 and LOVED it, was tboned back in 2020 at 50mph in my passenger side, i caught it mid near-roll, slid left on my left tires at about a 60 degree angle almost laying on my drivers mirror, for about 5 feet directly left, and landed back on 4 wheels. all it needed was right doors, front right quarter panel, front right suspension, A and B pillars pulled out about .5-1 inch. was in like new condition with a full mopar warranty at 10 years old and 180kmi. insurance stole it from me.
anyway, i have the 2018 summit, same thing just the 2018 version. i'm putting a front strut tower brace on and wanted to know how to disconnect the air hose to the strut without losing nitrogen!! So thank you!!
Also, i added autopilot to my grand Cherokee using a comma 3. you have to have a 2016+ with electric steering. also, enjoy that rear popping glass, they killed it in 2014+. that royally pisses me off.
I just couldnt see some of the things u did, I mean I have an idea but cant see what u did with the bread ties
Do you think it would be possible to just add a regular valve on top and just top them up with compressed air or nitrogen. Essentially bypassing the pump and Loosing the adjustability though
Can you plz send clear photo to how you did the string to suspension sensor
Did you ever figure out how to refill the nitrogen tank DIY?
Would you recommend doing this job if you do not have two jacks to support the vehicle? Can it be done without any jacks and if so, what are some concerns for not using them?
What about rear. Same?
hola. Sabes como recargar nitrógeno al sistema por favor
LOL i think theirs only air in myn now who cares
How to check the shock valve of the rear suspension?
I am 90% sure i blew my rear shock as i could hear it leak out…. wish there was a tutorial on how to check my rear air lines or where they connect