2.8L CRD 4-Cylinder Diesel Engine Parts for Jeep Wrangler JK

Why the 2.8L CRD Diesel in the Jeep Wrangler JK Needs Targeted Care.

The 2.8-liter four-cylinder CRD diesel from VM Motori was the only diesel option in the Jeep Wrangler JK from 2007 to 2018, sharing its drivetrain with the Cherokee KK and Dodge Nitro. As a turbocharged common-rail diesel, the engine runs under significant thermal and mechanical stress: the cylinder head bolts stretch under the high compression pressures and must be replaced with every head removal, the timing belt follows a fixed replacement interval, and turbo gaskets along with intercooler hoses harden from the high operating temperatures. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system builds up carbon over time and loses its seal, glow plugs wear from repeated cold starts, and motor mounts crack under the diesel's high torque. Keeping a JK diesel reliable long-term means checking these wear parts regularly.

• Cylinder Head & Gaskets: The cylinder head bolt kit ensures correct clamping load after any head removal, complemented by the front camshaft seal and the water distribution pipe O-ring at the engine block.
• Timing Belt & Motor Mounts: The timing belt kit with tensioner keeps the valvetrain in sync, while the motor mount left or right absorbs vibration and torque.
• Turbo & Intercooler: The turbo intercooler hose on the left and the turbo exhaust inlet gasket keep boost pressure sealed.
• EGR System: The EGR valve and the EGR bypass gasket ensure clean exhaust gas recirculation, complemented by the matching gaskets at the intake manifold, EGR intake pipe and EGR cooler.
• Service, Glow Plugs & Sealant: The filter master kit covers oil, air and diesel filters, the glow plug ensures reliable cold starts, plus an oil drain plug and RTV sealant for ongoing maintenance.

American Engine Expertise with a European Addition.

The lineup centers on Crown Automotive and Mopar – both American brands known for rugged US replacement-part quality across timing belts, motor mounts, gasket kits and the full EGR gasket program for the turbo diesel. The glow plug for cold-start assistance comes from European specialist Ridex.

Your Partner for the Wrangler JK Diesel Engine.

Whether it's a timing belt change on schedule, a complete EGR gasket set, or a motor mount replacement, we're happy to advise on torque specs, installation order and the specifics of the VM Motori diesel, including compatibility questions for the related Jeep Cherokee KK. Your order ships from our warehouse as fast as possible.