2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE engine coolant

²Off-road or desert driving.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule ªB.º
Second is ScheduleªAº. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule ªB.º
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.At Each Stop for Fuel
²Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
²Check the windshield washer solvent, add as required.
Once a Month
²Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery, clean and tighten the terminals as
required.
²Check the fluid levels of engine coolant/anti-freeze
deaeration bottle, brake master cylinder, and transmis-
sion, and add as needed.
450 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect brake hoses.
²Check the engine coolant/anti-freeze level, hoses, and
clamps.
²Inspect engine accessory drive belts. Replace as neces-
sary.
²Inspect for the presence of water in the fuel filter/
water separator unit.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 451
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Miles 68,750 75,000 81,250 87,500 93,750 100,000
(Kilometers) (110 000) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000)
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
Rotate the tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor-
rect stowage.XXXXXX
Inspect the engine air filter element. Re-
place as necessary.XXX
Replace the engine air filter element.XXX
Replace the engine accessory drive belt. X
Replace the fuel filter/water separator unit. X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-
freeze.X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Drain the transfer case and refill. X
Drain and refill the front and rear axles. X X
SCHEDULE ªBº Ð DIESEL ENGINE 455
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Miles 62,500 75,000 87,500 100,000
(Kilometers) (100 000) (120 000) (140 000) (160 000)
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Rotate the tires. X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X X X
Inspect the engine air filter element. Replace as neces-
sary.XX
Replace the engine air filter element.XX
Replace the fuel filter/water separator unit. X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-freeze. X
Replace the engine accessory drive belt. X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Drain the transfer case and refill. X X
Inspection and service should be performed anytime a
malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts.LThe replacement of such component is requested
when there is superficial wear, bearing clearance, or
evident grease leak.
458 SCHEDULE ªAº Ð DIESEL ENGINE
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............189,305
Adding Fuel........................... 345
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 178
Adjustable Pedals....................... 134
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 398
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 402
Air Conditioning........................ 260
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 268
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 403
Air Conditioning System.................. 260
Air Filter.............................. 398
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 319
Airbag................................ 46
Airbag Deployment....................... 53
Airbag Light.......................55,70,189
Airbag Maintenance....................... 55
Alarm, Panic............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm).................20,190
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 20Alignment and Balance................... 324
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 9
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 251
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 440
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............138,305
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 189
Anti-Theft System.....................20,190
Appearance Care........................ 421
Assist, Hill Start........................ 147
Audio Systems (Radio).................... 241
Auto Down Power Windows................ 32
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 78
Automatic Door Locks..................... 29
Automatic Headlights.................... 124
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 261
Automatic Transmission................285,417
Adding Fluid......................... 419
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 417
Fluid Level Check...................418,419
470 INDEX

Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 408
Inspection........................... 407
Points to Remember.................... 411
Pressure Cap......................... 409
Radiator Cap......................... 409
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........408,440
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 400
Cruise Light........................... 194
Cup Holder............................ 171
Customer Assistance..................... 460
Data Recorder, Event...................... 56
Daytime Running Lights................... 127
Dealer Service.......................... 393
Defroster, Rear Window................... 178
Defroster, Windshield................70,259,266
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 390
Diesel Engine Maintenance................. 449
Diesel Fuel............................ 344Diesel Fuel Requirements.................. 344
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player............. 241
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 128
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 419
Oil (Engine).......................... 394
Power Steering........................ 403
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 382
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 397
Used Engine Fluids..................... 397
Door Locks............................. 28
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 29
Door Opener, Garage..................... 158
Drive Belts............................ 398
Driving............................... 299
Off-Pavement......................... 300
Off-Road............................ 300
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 254
INDEX 473
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Oil ................................ 395
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 135
Speedometer........................... 188
Starting............................... 275
Automatic Transmission................. 275
Cold Weather......................276,283
Engine Block Heater.................... 283
Engine Fails to Start.................... 277
Remote.............................. 26
Steering
Power...........................308,403
Tilt Column.......................... 133
Wheel, Tilt........................... 133
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 256
Storage............................... 433
Storage, Behind the Seat................... 172
Storage Bin............................ 172
Storage Compartment, Center Seat............ 117Storage, Vehicle......................269,433
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 433
Sun Roof.............................. 165
Sun Visor Extension....................... 81
Sunglasses Storage....................... 158
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 46
Sway Control, Trailer..................... 146
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 397
System, Navigation...................... 244
System, Remote Starting.................... 26
Tachometer............................ 190
Telescoping Steering Column............... 133
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 261
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......... 192
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 62
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 174
Tilt Steering Column..................... 133
Time Delay, Headlight.................... 128
486 INDEX