2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE cooling

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
3.7/4.7/5.7L Gasoline Engines 21 Gallons 79 Liters
3.0L Diesel Engine 22 Gallons 83 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5 Qts 4.7 Liters
4.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Qts 5.7 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Qts 6.6 Liters
3.0 Liter Diesel Engine (SAE 5W-30 Synthetic, API Certified Low Ash) 10 Qts 9.5 Liters
Cooling System *
3.7 Liter Engine (MopartEngine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 9 Qts 10 Liters
4.7 Liter Engine (MopartEngine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 14.5 Qts 13.7 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MopartEngine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 14.5 Qts 13.7 Liters
3.0 Liter Diesel Engine (MopartAntifreeze/Engine Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile
Formula)14 Qts 13.2 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cargo Area Features...................... 172
Cargo Compartment...................... 172
Light............................... 172
Luggage Carrier....................... 179
Cargo Light............................ 172
Cargo Load Floor........................ 176
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 174
Catalytic Converter...................... 399
CD (Compact Disc) Player................. 241
Cellular Phone.......................... 81
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 439
Certification Label....................... 348
Chains, Tire............................ 325
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 372
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 311
Checks, Safety.........................69,70
Child Restraint....................58,59,63,65
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............62,63
Child Safety Locks........................ 30Climate Control......................... 258
Clock........................215,230,242,244
Cold Weather Operation................... 276
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 257
Compass.............................. 204
Compass Calibration..................... 205
Compass Variance....................... 205
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 201
Connector
UCI ................................ 246
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 246
Console, Overhead....................... 157
Contract, Service........................ 462
Converter, Catalytic...................... 399
Cooling System......................... 407
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 409
Coolant Capacity...................... 440
Coolant Level......................... 410
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 410
472 INDEX

E-85 Fuel............................. 340
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 79
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...... 168
Electronic Brake Control System............. 138
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 138
Brake Assist System.................... 140
Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 141
Electronic Stability Program............... 142
Traction Control System................. 139
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 141
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 135
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 142
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 195
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................193,196
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 292
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 370
Jacking............................. 372Jump Starting......................... 378
Tow Hooks.......................... 381
Emission Control System Maintenance......391,444
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 398
Block Heater......................... 283
Break-In Recommendations................ 68
Compartment................386,387,388,389
Compartment Identification......386,387,388,389
Cooling............................. 407
Exhaust Gas Caution..................69,340
Fails to Start.......................... 277
Fuel Requirements..................336,440
Multi-Displacement..................... 309
Oil ..............................394,440
Oil Change Interval.................... 395
Oil Disposal.......................... 397
Oil Filter............................ 397
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 397
474 INDEX

Traction Control Light.................... 190
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)................. 146
Trailer Towing.......................... 351
Cooling System Tips.................... 363
Hitches............................. 354
Minimum Requirements................. 358
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 357
Wiring.............................. 361
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 355
Trailer Weight.......................... 355
Transfer Case........................... 416
Maintenance.......................... 416
Transmission
Automatic........................285,417
Maintenance.......................... 417
Range Indicator....................... 195
Shifting............................. 284
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 25Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 158
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 21
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 21
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 322
Turn Signals...................128,188,437,438
UCI Connector......................... 246
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 81
Underhood Fuses.....................429,432
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 466
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 246
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port.............. 241
Universal Transmitter..................... 158
Upholstery Care........................ 424
USB Port.............................. 241
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 412
Vanity Mirrors........................... 80
488 INDEX

INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD
ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)Fob with Integrated Key (FOBIK)Ignition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key (Fob) ProgrammingGeneral InformationSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED To Set
the AlarmTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To Unlock the DoorsTo Lock the DoorsTo Release the Liftgate Flipper GlassUsing The Panic AlarmProgramming Additional TransmittersTransmitter Battery ServiceGeneral Information
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED DOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild Protection Door LockWINDOWS Power WindowsWind BuffetingLIFTGATE Liftgate Flipper GlassOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsLap/Shoulder Belt
Operating InstructionsAdjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageAutomatic Locking Mode - If EquippedEnergy Management FeatureSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver And
Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Child RestraintENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Exhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehicleSafety Checks You Should Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING
THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night MirrorAutomatic Dimming Mirror - If EquippedOutside MirrorsExterior Mirrors Folding FeatureDrivers and Front Passenger Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror - If EquippedPower Remote Control Mirrors
- If EquippedHeated Remote Control Mirrors - If EquippedLighted Vanity Mirrors - If EquippedHANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call FeaturesUConnect System FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know
About Your UConnect SystemGeneral InformationSEATS Front Manual Seat AdjustmentFront Seat Adjustment - ReclineManual Lumbar Support Adjustment8 - Way Drivers Power Seat4 - Way Passengers Power Seat - If EquippedHead RestraintsFront Heated Seats-If
EquippedRear Heated Seats - If Equipped60/40 Split Rear SeatDRIVER MEMORY SEAT - IF EQUIPPED Setting Memory Positions and Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter to MemoryMemory Position RecallTo Disable A Transmitter Linked to MemoryEasy Entry/Exit
SeatTO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Multi-Function Control LeverBattery Saver Feature-Exterior/Interior LightsHeadlights and Parking LightsAutomatic Headlight System - If EquippedSmartBeams - If EquippedInstrument Panel and Interior LightsDaytime Running
Lights - If EquippedAutomatic Headlight Leveling - HID Headlights OnlyLights-On ReminderFog Lights - If EquippedTurn SignalsHigh Beam SwitchPassing LightHeadlight Time DelayInterior LightsFront Map/Reading LightsWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS MistSpeed
Sensitive Intermittent Wiper SystemRain Sensing Wipers-If EquippedTILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED ELECTRONICSPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED Electronic Speed Control OperationTo ActivateTo Set At A Desired
SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary The Speed SettingTo Accelerate For PassingELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)TCS (Traction Control System)BAS (Brake Assist System)ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation)ESP (Electronic
Stability Program)TSC (Trailer Sway Control)HSA (Hill Start Assist) (4WD Models with NV245 Two-Speed Transfer Case Only)HDC (Hill Descent Control) (4WD Models with NV245 Two-Speed Transfer Case Only)ESP/BAS Warning Lamp and ESP/TCS Indicator LightREAR
PARK ASSIST SYSTEM- IF EQUIPPED Rear Park Assist SensorsRear Park Assist Warning DisplayEnable/Disable the Rear Park Assist SystemService the RearPark Assist SystemCleaning the Rear Park Assist SystemREAR CAMERA - IF EQUIPPED Turning the Rear
Camera OnTurning the Rear Camera OffOVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading LightsSunglasses StorageGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkGate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkReprogramming a Single HomeLink
ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Opening Sunroof - ExpressClosing Sunroof - ExpressPinch Protect FeaturePinch Protect OverrideVenting Sunroof - ExpressSunshade OperationWind BuffetingSunroof Maintenance
Ignition Off OperationSunroof Fully ClosedPOWER OUTLETS Front Power OutletRear Power Outlet - If EquippedPOWER INVERTER - IF EQUIPPED CUP HOLDERS CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo LightRear Storage CompartmentRetractable Cargo Area Cover - If
EquippedCargo Tie-Down HooksCargo Load FloorREAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/Washer - If EquippedRear Window Defroster - If EquippedROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL
AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Gasoline Engine Diesel Engine INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) DisplaysEngine Oil Change Indicator System
Trip FunctionsCompass DisplayPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)System StatusRADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast SignalsTwo Types of SignalsElectrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO
RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)Notes On Playing MP3/WMA FilesLIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)SALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperationInstructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio PlayNotes On Playing MP3 FilesLIST Button
(CD Mode for MP3 Play)INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)SALES CODE REN - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)Clock Setting
ProcedureSALES CODE RER - AM/FM/CD/DVD RADIO WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Satellite RadioClock Setting ProcedureUNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) - IF EQUIPPED Connecting the iPodControlling the iPod
using Radio ButtonsPlay ModeList or Browse ModeSATELLITE RADIO (RSC) - IF EQUIPPED (REQ AND RES RADIOS ONLY) System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID)Selecting Satellite ModeSatellite AntennaReception Quality
Operating Instructions - Satellite ModeOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped)VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE XRV) - IF EQUIPPED REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM
CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED Radio OperationCD PlayerCD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System - If EquippedAutomatic Temperature Control - If EquippedOperating
TipsOperating Tips Chart STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURE Normal Starting - Gasoline EnginesExtremely Cold Weather (below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)If Engine Fails to StartAfter StartingNormal Starting - Diesel EnginesENGINE BLOCK
HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Shift Lock Manual Override - If EquippedBrake/Transmission Interlock System5-Speed Automatic TransmissionGear RangesRocking the VehicleFOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION Quadra-Trac I Operating
Instructions/Precautions - If EquippedQuadra-Trac II Operating Instructions/Precautions - If EquippedShift PositionsShifting ProceduresQuadra-Drive II System - If EquippedON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS When To Use 4WD LOW Range - If Equipped
Driving Through WaterDriving In Snow, Mud and SandHill ClimbingTraction DownhillAfter Driving Off-RoadPARKING BRAKE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM POWER STEERING MULTI DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) - 5.7L Engine Only TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresTire Pressures for High Speed OperationRadial-Ply TiresTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement Tires
Alignment and BalanceTIRE CHAINS TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) Base System - If EquippedPremium System - If EquippedGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS 3.7/4.7L Engines (If Equipped)5.7L Engines
(If Equipped)Reformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineMaterials Added To FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsFLEXIBLE FUEL (4.7L ENGINE ONLY) - IF EQUIPPED E-85 General InformationETHANOL FUEL (E-85)Fuel
RequirementsSelection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline VehiclesStartingCruising RangeReplacement PartsFUEL REQUIREMENTS (DIESEL ENGINES) ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)VEHICLE LOADING Certification LabelTRAILER
TOWING Common Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsRECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing - 2WD ModelsTowing
- Quadra-Trac I (Single-Speed Transfer Case) 4WD ModelsTowing - Quadra-Trac II /Quadra-Drive II 4WD ModelsSNOW PLOW WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARDWARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack
LocationSpare Tire StowageSpare Tire RemovalPreparations For JackingJacking InstructionsJUMP STARTING EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS - IF EQUIPPED TOWINGA DISABLED VEHICLE 2WD Models Only4WD Models OnlyMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE
COMPARTMENT - 3.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 4.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 5.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 3.0L DIESEL ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilDrive Belts - Check Condition and TensionSpark PlugsSpark Plug WiresEngine AirCleaner FilterCatalytic ConverterCrankcase Emission Control SystemMaintenance-Free BatteryAir
Conditioner MaintenancePower Steering Fluid CheckBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesWindshield Washers - Front and RearExhaust SystemCooling SystemHoses and Vacuum/Vapor HarnessesFuel System ConnectionsBrake SystemFront/Rear Axle FluidTransfer
CaseAutomatic TransmissionMaintenance After Off-Road DrivingAppearance Care And Protection From CorrosionFUSE PANEL Interior FusesUnderhoodFuses (Power Distribution Center) Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module) VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT
BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) - If EquippedHead LightFront Turn SignalFront Fog LightRear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, and Back-Up LightsCenter High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS,
AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassisMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE ENGINES Required Maintenance IntervalsMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - DIESEL ENGINE Schedule B
- Diesel EngineSchedule A - Diesel EngineIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WARRANTY
INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIREQUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX