[purplejeeper]

Hello jeepcommander world I've been a long time follower and I really appreciate all the knowledge being spread...I own a white 2006 Jeep Commander Limited Trail Rated with a 2" spacer lift... purchased a couple of years ago...the truck came from New Mexico from a dealership called Jack Key......I purchased it in Texas.....I love this vehicle, the style, the power, the handling..I've recently decided to give the truck some TLC and I have some questions regarding the UCA Ball Joints...but ill post questions in a different section....At this time I just wanted to introduce myself and say hello.

 

[Creek]

Welcome to the forum, I believe you will need 5 posts before you can post on other sections.

 

[Big Blue]

Hello jeepcommander world I've been a long time follower and I really appreciate all the knowledge being spread...I own a white 2006 Jeep Commander Limited Trail Rated with a 2" spacer lift... purchased a couple of years ago...the truck came from New Mexico from a dealership called Jack Key......I purchased it in Texas.....I love this vehicle, the style, the power, the handling..I've recently decided to give the truck some TLC and I have some questions regarding the UCA Ball Joints...but ill post questions in a different section....At this time I just wanted to introduce myself and say hello.

Welcome to the forum purplejeeper;

Which power-train does your '06 Limited have and which 4WD system?

How many miles are on it?

Creek is correct; you need to reach 5 posts before you can post in the other sub-forums.

Again, welcome aboard.

 

[purplejeeper]

Welcome to the forum purplejeeper;

Which power-train does your '06 Limited have and which 4WD system?

How many miles are on it?

Creek is correct; you need to reach 5 posts before you can post in the other sub-forums.

Again, welcome aboard.

My Commanders build sheet:

*SL Leather Trimmed 1st & 2nd Row Seats
-D1 Dk Slate Gray/Lt Graystone
AJYS Popular Equipment Group
APAS Monotone Paint
A82P Mutually Exclusive Package
BABS 160 Amp Alternator
BCNS 730 Amp Maintenance Free Battery
BGES Brake Assist
BNBS Electronic Stability Control
BNRS Four Wheel Traction Control
BRYS Anti-Lock 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
CACS Low Back Bucket Seats
CBFS Premium Door Trim Panel
CDUS Manual Driver & Pass Lumbar Adjust
CEC Saddle Brown Seats
CFPS 3rd Row 50/50 Split Bench Seat
CF1S 2nd Row 40/20/40 Fold & Tumble Seat
CF4S Child Seat Upper Tether Anchorages
CGSS Supplemental Side Air Bags
CGUS Child Seat Anchor System-LATCH Ready
CG3S Advanced Multistage Front Air Bags
CG6S Center Rear 3-Point Seat Belt
CHBS Cloth Covered Headliner
CJ5P Supp. Side Curtain All Rows Air Bags
CKDS Floor Carpet
CKNS Cargo Compartment Carpet
CKTS Cargo Tie Down Loops
CLES Front & Rear Floor Mats
CLGS Covered Cargo Storage
CLHS Cargo Trim Panel w/Storage Net
CSRS Passenger Assist Handles
CSTS Rear Exterior Chrome Assist Handles
CSVS Interior Assist Handles
CUFS Full Length Floor Console
CUNS Overhead Console
DGES All 5-Speed Automatic Transmissions
DGQ 5-Spd Automatic 545RFE Transmission
DHAS Lock-Up Torque Converter
DHXS Quadra-Trac II Full-Time,Active 4WD
DJAS 200MM Front Axle
DMES 3.73 Rear Axle Ratio
DRSS 300MM Rear Axle
DS7S Conventional Differential Frt Axle
DS8S Conventional Differential Rear Axle
EVA 4.7L V8 MPI Engine
GBBS Tinted Windshield Glass
GCBS Front Door Tinted Glass
GEGS Deep Tint Sunscreen Glass
GEPS Flipper Liftgate Glass
GFAS Rear Window Defroster
GNCS Sun Visors w/Illum Vanity Mirrors
GNKS Rear View Auto Dim Mirror
GUDS Pwr Heat Memory Folding Auto Mirrors
GWFS Power Sunroof w/CommandView (TM)
GXMS Remote Keyless Entry
GXXS Sentry Key Theft Deterrent System
HAFS Air Cond ATC w/Dual Zone Control
HBBS Rear Air Conditioning w/Heater
HGAS Hood Insulation
HGBS Dash Liner Insulation
HGDS Deluxe Insulation Group
HGFS Floor Tunnel Insulation
JAPS Instrument Panel
JAYS Instrument Cluster w/Tach
JCES 140 MPH Primary Speedometer
JHBS Rear Window Wiper/Washer
JHCS Rain Sensitive Windshield Wipers
JJBS Dual Note Electric Horns
JJMS Auxiliary 12-Volt Rear Power Outlet
JKAS Locking Glove Box
JKPS 12V Auxiliary Power Outlet
JKYS Power Accessory Delay
JPBS Power Locks
JPKS Pwr 8-Way Drvr Mem 4-Way Pass Seats
JPMP Heated Front Seats
JP3S Pwr Front Windows, 1-Touch,Up & Down
K5ZS JET BLACK Sill Molding
K6WS STONE WHITE Fender Flares
LACS Illuminated Entry
LAGS Warning Chime
LAZP Vehicle Information Center
LBBS Courtesy Lamps
LBCS Glove Box Lamp
LCES Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps
LDBS Cargo Compartment Lamp
LETP Traveler/Mini Trip Computer
LEWS Radio/Driver Seat/Mirrors Memory
LMBS Halogen Headlamps
LMGS Automatic Headlamps
LMSS Auto High Beam Headlamp Control
LNJS Fog Lamps
LPES Cargo Lamp
LPSS CHMSL Lamp
LSAS Security Alarm
LSES Enhanced Accident Response System
MB3S Body Color/Bright Front Fascia
MDAS Front License Plate Bracket
MFZS Bright Grille
MHAS Black Windshield Moldings
MJBS Chrome Bodyside Molding
ML9S Body Color Rear Fascia
MMGS Belt Moldings
MNKS Body Color Door Handles
MNPS Bright License Plate Brow
MT2P Trail Rated Badge
MVAS Limited Badge
MVCS Jeep Badge
MWFP Adjustable Roof Rail Crossbars
MWTS 4X4 Badge
MW1S Bright Side Roof Rails
NAS 50 State Emissions
NBEP U.S. Emissions w/OBD 1
NFPS 20.5 Gallon Fuel Tank
NHFS Power Steering Cooler
NHMS Speed Control
NMCP Heavy Duty Engine Cooling
PW1 Stone White Clear Coat
QW1S Stone White C/C
RAQS AM/FM CD 6-Disc MP3 Radio
RC6S 6 Boston Acoustics Speakers
RDDS Fixed Long Mast Antenna
RDZP Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Ctrls
RD7P 276 Watt Amplifier
RSAS Sirius Satellite Radio
SBAS Power Rack and Pinion Steering
SCLS Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
SDAS Normal Duty Suspension
SUAS Tilt Steering Column
TBWS Full Size Spare Tire w/Matching Whl
TY7S P245/65R17 BSW All Terrain Tires
TZAP Goodyear Brand Tires
WGW 17X7.5 Aluminum Chrome Clad Wheels
WLZC All Aluminum Wheels
XAAS ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
XAMS Power Adjustable Pedals w/Memory
XCAS Occupant Classification System
XGDS Universal Garage Door Opener
XGMS Tire Pressure Monitoring Display
XPFS Protective Coating and Remover
X95P Call SIRIUS to [email protected]
X97P 1-Year Service Provided by SIRIUS
YAAS Build To U.S. Mkt. Specifications

 

[purplejeeper]

My Commander has 147xxx miles, still feels strong. I recently changed the lower ball joints, I ordered some Moog Lowers and adj. Uppers, but my question was regarding the lowers, they didn't seem to sit all the way down and I'm still seeing a bit of the stud. I was wondering if anyone else has seen this and if its ok?

 

[Big Blue]

My Commander has 147xxx miles, still feels strong. I recently changed the lower ball joints, I ordered some Moog Lowers and adj. Uppers, but my question was regarding the lowers, they didn't seem to sit all the way down and I'm still seeing a bit of the stud. I was wondering if anyone else has seen this and if its ok?

So you basically have the same set-up as me - other than you have an 06 Limited and I have an 08 Sport.

I have not heard of this lower ball joint issue before - but, it certainly doesn't sound normal.

Have you tried calling Moog directly and speaking to one of their Techs?

 

[purplejeeper]

I havent tried calling Moog, I guess I should start there. I chatted with them instead they said i should get it checked out by a mechanic....bummer

 

[MarX]

Cool welcome aboard. Great place to learn.

 

[purplejeeper]

THank you very much.

 

[Big Blue]

THank you very much.

You going to post some pics of your XK p.j.???

 

[purplejeeper]

You going to post some pics of your XK p.j.???

I will blue Ive just been really busy with school and trying to figure out why the Battery Light wont turn off....I went to Oreillys to check the Battery and the Alternator, first they said it was the alternator and when that didnt work they said it was the battery, i returned the alternator and they gave me credit for a new battery, and that light wont turn off...if anyone can direct me to a thread that maybe talks a little bit more about what this issue might be, it would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Big Blue]

I will blue Ive just been really busy with school and trying to figure out why the Battery Light wont turn off....I went to Oreillys to check the Battery and the Alternator, first they said it was the alternator and when that didnt work they said it was the battery, i returned the alternator and they gave me credit for a new battery, and that light wont turn off...if anyone can direct me to a thread that maybe talks a little bit more about what this issue might be, it would be greatly appreciated.

Sounds to me like they are just guessing.

Are any DTCs (diagnostic trouble codes) being generated?

It could be something as simple as a corroded connection to the battery or the alternator - or maybe just a frayed wire somewhere - have you checked that stuff already?

 

[purplejeeper]

Sounds to me like they are just guessing.

Are any DTCs (diagnostic trouble codes) being generated?

It could be something as simple as a corroded connection to the battery or the alternator - or maybe just a frayed wire somewhere - have you checked that stuff already?

I just visually checked, its not showing the check engine light, I checked all wires involved with the battery and alternator they all seem ok...Ive read so far that it could be the PCM or for some reason the starter connections....I cant stand my local dealership and really dont want to have to go there unless its a last resort....could it have been BOTH the starter and the Battery at the same time??

 

[Big Blue]

I just visually checked, its not showing the check engine light, I checked all wires involved with the battery and alternator they all seem ok...Ive read so far that it could be the PCM or for some reason the starter connections....I cant stand my local dealership and really dont want to have to go there unless its a last resort....could it have been BOTH the starter and the Battery at the same time??

Not likely in my opinion.

If you have a battery charger and you can check and confirm that your battery is holding a good charge, you can probably rule out the battery itself.

In theory, any engine component that runs off the battery could cause the battery light to come on if it has a bad connection, a frayed wire or a corroded connection somewhere.

The starter could be another possibility.

 

[purplejeeper]

Not likely in my opinion.

If you have a battery charger and you can check and confirm that your battery is holding a good charge, you can probably rule out the battery itself.

In theory, any engine component that runs off the battery could cause the battery light to come on if it has a bad connection, a frayed wire or a corroded connection somewhere.

The starter could be another possibility.

Tomorrow ill try again, im pretty fraustrated right now, the alternator now has this whirring noise going on that it didnt before....

 

[Big Blue]

Tomorrow ill try again, im pretty fraustrated right now, the alternator now has this whirring noise going on that it didnt before....

A bad or failing alternator would definitely cause your battery to come on because your battery is not receiving proper charging while the engine is running.

If it's "whining" it could just be a lose belt which would also probably cause the battery light to come on.

When is the last time you had your Commander serviced?

 

[purplejeeper]

A bad or failing alternator would definitely cause your battery to come on because your battery is not receiving proper charging while the engine is running.

If it's "whining" it could just be a lose belt which would also probably cause the battery light to come on.

When is the last time you had your Commander serviced?

i had it serviced at the dealership about a month and a half ago....just to change some of the fluids, but they also do a multi-point inspection, nothing about the belt, i inspected the belt when I swithched alternator it wasnt cracked or anything...

 

[Big Blue]

i had it serviced at the dealership about a month and a half ago....just to change some of the fluids, but they also do a multi-point inspection, nothing about the belt, i inspected the belt when I swithched alternator it wasnt cracked or anything...

Does the belt feel tight to the touch with no play?

What is your theory about the cause of the alternator whining?

 

[purplejeeper]

Does the belt feel tight to the touch with no play?

What is your theory about the cause of the alternator whining?

The belt feels tight and we had the alternator checked by itself at a different auto parts store and it checked out im just thinking its whirring becuase its still not charging.....Its not charging because upon further inspection this morning one of the wires connected( ground i think) is fried....and since that same wire goes to the PCM which helps the ALT regulate voltage to the car that might be the reason...so first step right now is to service those connections hopefully the wire isnt completely frayed and i can still piggy back off some good wire.....

 

[purplejeeper]

Dang Blue, your XK is awesome man, I was just blessed with being able to see your pictures, very very nice.