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Jeep Cherokee, Liberty 2006 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM

You’re staring at a pile of brake hardware on the bench and the new caliper bracket doesn’t match the old one. The aftermarket parts book says “fits 2002-2007” but the bolt spacing is off by 3 mm. That’s when you need the Jeep Cherokee, Liberty 2006 Parts Catalog – the actual OEM document Chrysler used to order parts for dealers. 581 pages of exploded views, Mopar part numbers, and no third-party reinterpretation. If you’ve ever been burned by a parts counter guessing the wrong axle ratio or coolant tank, this is your fix.

Page 1 gives you the full VIN Plate Decoding Information – country of origin, GVWR class, vehicle line (Liberty 4×2 vs Cherokee 4×4), series (Sport, Renegade, Limited), engine codes (2.4L, 3.7L, 2.5L diesel, 2.8L diesel), model year, and assembly plant. You punch the VIN into this manual and get the exact part family. No guesswork.

VIN Plate Decoding: Know Exactly What You’re Working On

Every vehicle has a VIN, but the aftermarket catalogues skip the nuances. This manual decodes positions 1 through 17. For example, position 5 tells you if it’s a Liberty 4×2 (code K) or Liberty/Cherokee 4×4 Left Hand Drive (code L). Position 8 tells you the engine – 3.7L V6 (code K) or 2.8L diesel (code 5). If you’re ordering a radiator, you need to know whether it’s the 3.7L gas or 2.8L diesel because the part numbers differ. Page 1 makes that clear.

Group 1 – Mopar Accessories: Audio, Carriers, Protection

Page 2 opens the first group: Component Parts for Mopar Accessories. You get exploded diagrams and part numbers for Audio & Electronics (CD changer, satellite receiver, navigation kits RB1 and RB4), Carriers & Cargo Hauling (bike carriers, canoe kits, ski carriers, trailer wiring kits 4-way and 7-way), Driving Convenience (remote start, Bluetooth hands-free), Exterior Appearance (running boards, wheel kits), Exterior Protection (transfer case skid plate, fuel tank skid plate), Fog Lights & Electrical (light bar roof), and Interior Storage (dog guard kit). Need the wiring kit for a trailer hitch? Fig. 1-260 and Fig. 1-265 are right there with the Mopar part number.

Group 7 – Cooling System: Radiator and Water Pump Parts

Look up the specific engine: Fig. 7-120 covers the radiator and related parts for the 3.7L engine; Fig. 7-130 covers the 2.8L diesel. Water pump parts are separated by engine in Fig. 7-220 and Fig. 7-230. Coolant tank for the diesel is the degasser tank (Fig. 7-320). Drive pulleys are also split by engine. If you’re chasing an overheating Liberty with a diesel, you need the correct degasser tank part – this catalog gets you the exact Mopar number without paying dealer markup on the wrong tank.

Front Suspension and Axle Components

Group 2 breaks down Front Suspension & Drive. You get the strut and sway bar assembly (Fig. 2-110, 2-120), front cradle attaching parts, front axle shafts (Fig. 2-210), front axle housing, and the front axle assembly. The skid plate for the front axle is Fig. 2-810. For a Cherokee with a lifted front end, you can cross-reference the sway bar links and strut mount hardware. Everything is diagrammed with Mopar part numbers – no aftermarket cross-reference headaches.

Why Factory Parts Catalog Beats Aftermarket Lists

Aftermarket catalogues compile part numbers from various sources and often mislabel supersessions. This is a 2006 Jeep Parts Catalog straight from the manufacturer. The part numbers listed are the ones Mopar stocked when the Liberty and Cherokee rolled off the Toledo North assembly line. Every bushing, clip, and bracket appears in the exploded view with a callout number that maps to the parts list. You won’t find a footnote that says “may not fit” – because it’s the engineering data.

Who Needs This Catalog?

If you’re a home garage mechanic trying to rebuild a Liberty’s front suspension with factory-correct parts, or a shop ordering a replacement CD changer for a 2006 Cherokee, this saves you the trip of returning wrong parts. Dealership parts counters no longer stock printed catalogs – they use electronic systems that may give you a superseded part without telling you. With this PDF on your tablet, you can verify the part number before ordering. It also covers the 2.8L diesel engine, which many aftermarket catalogs ignore or only list in vague terms.

That’s the difference.

Can I look up torque specs or repair procedures in this catalog?

No. This is a parts catalog – it contains exploded diagrams and part numbers only. For service procedures, you need a service manual like the 2005 Jeep Liberty (KJ) Service Manual or the 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty KJ Service Manual.

I have a 2006 Cherokee with the 2.8L diesel – where do I find the coolant degasser tank part number?

Open the manual to Group 7, Fig. 7-320 – Coolant Degasser Tank, 2.8L Diesel Engine. The exploded diagram shows the tank and all attaching hoses and clips. The parts list next to the diagram gives the Mopar part number. If you’re also looking for the water pump, it’s Fig. 7-230. The radiator is Fig. 7-130. All these figures are engine-specific, so you won’t accidentally order the 3.7L gas parts. The manual covers the 2.8L diesel emissions components as well.

Related Manuals

• 2005 Jeep Liberty (KJ) Service Manual [LINK_ID_REL_0]
• 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty KJ Service Manual [LINK_ID_REL_1]
• 1994-1996 Jeep Parts Catalog [LINK_ID_REL_2]

For a broader perspective on how these OEM parts catalogs fit into the Automotive Industry Overview, consider that factory documentation like this one is the bedrock of accurate repairs. Automotive Industry Overview

Stop wasting time on aftermarket cross-reference charts. Access the Factory Manual from AutoRepairManuals and keep it on your shop tablet – you’ll have the correct part number the first time.