Also check the tire rod ends, ball joints, rubber bushings, CV boots (if applicable), and steering box boots . Some off-road vehicles use a horizontal damper, a sort of shock absorber that runs from the left side to the right side of the suspension system in front. If you got one, that should probably be replaced if it is the original. Power steering fluid too.
The first step is a thorough inspection. Anything with excess play (varies a little by component), leakage, or torn boots is a candidate for replacement. No need to replace anything that is still functioning within design parameters.
While inspecting the the suspension components be sure to check for play in the lower ball joints (and upper), there is a recall on them.
The Jeep Liberty is similar to the Cherokee that it replaced with the addition of independent front suspension. A Liberty is not in the same class as a Honda CRV or Nissan Rogue.
It looks like it would be good for family trips on dirt and gravel roads where 4wd and higher clearance would sometimes come in handy, but not for rock crawling.
Thanks everyone. To be on the safe side I know
I’m due for shocks and struts. I have never replaced the upper ball joints but I have done the lower. Nevertheless new bushings, struts, and balljoints are in order.
Not sure if it was covered but on my car I did transfer case, front and rear differential fluid, in addition to trans and radiator fluid, brake fluid totally done with each new brake job, just for your consideration/