2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE fuel cap

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

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MopartAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy-
brid Organic Additive Technology)
Engine Oil (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L Engines) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil
filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil (3.0L Diesel Engine)
Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Low Ash Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-11106, Mercedes
Benz MB 229.31 or 229.51, and ACEA C3 qualified engine oils.
Oil Filter (3.7/4.7/5.7L Gasoline Engines) MopartOil Filter (P/N 05281090)
Oil Filter (3.0L Diesel Engine) MopartOil Filter (P/N 05175571AA)
Spark Plugs (3.7L Engine) ZFR6F-11G (Gap 0.043º)
Spark Plugs (4.7L Engine) Upper Bank Ð FR8TE2 (Gap 0.040º) Lower Bank Ð FR8T1332 (Gap
0.050º)
Spark Plugs (5.7L Engine) REC14MCC4 (Gap 0.043º)
Fuel Selection (3.7L and 4.7L Engines) 87 Octane
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441
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Fluid Type........................... 417
Special Additives...................... 417
Torque Converter...................... 291
Autostick............................. 287
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)...... 168
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 168
Battery............................... 401
Emergency Starting..................... 378
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 124
Belts, Drive............................ 398
Belts, Seat.............................. 37
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 405
B-Pillar Location........................ 314
Brake Assist System...................... 140
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 138
Brake Fluid............................ 414
Brake System........................... 413Anti-Lock (ABS)....................138,305
Fluid Check.......................... 414
Hoses.............................. 413
Master Cylinder....................... 414
Parking............................. 304
Warning Light........................ 188
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 285
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 68
Bulb Replacement.....................434,435
Calibration, Compass..................... 205
Camera, Rear........................... 156
Capacities, Fluid........................ 440
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 346
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 409
Car Washes............................ 422
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............69,340
Cargo Area Cover....................... 173
INDEX 471
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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 Selection.......................395,440
Oil Synthetic......................... 397
Overheating.......................... 371
Starting............................. 275
Temperature Gauge..................... 192
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 396
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 396
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 54
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 21
Event Data Recorder...................... 56
Exhaust Gas Caution................69,340,407
Exhaust System......................... 406
Exterior Finish Care...................... 422
Fabric Care............................ 423
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 398
Engine Oil........................... 397
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 397Finish Care............................ 422
Flashers.............................. 370
Hazard Warning....................... 370
Turn Signal.....................188,437,438
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................ 343
Engine Oil........................... 343
Fuel Requirements..................340,342
Replacement Parts..................... 343
Starting............................. 343
Flipper Glass, Liftgate..................... 35
Flooded Engine Starting................... 277
Fluid Capacities......................... 440
Fluid Leaks............................. 70
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission............417,418,419
Brake............................... 414
Engine Oil........................... 394
Power Steering........................ 403
INDEX 475
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Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 441
Fog Light Service........................ 437
Fog Lights.......................127,195,437
Folding Rear Seat........................ 115
Four Wheel Drive....................... 293
Operation........................... 293
Systems............................. 293
Four Wheel Drive Operation................ 293
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 370
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 292
Front Axle (Differential)................... 415
Front Heated Seats....................... 111
Fuel................................. 336
Diesel.............................. 344
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 346
Gasoline............................ 336
Gauge.............................. 195
Hoses.............................. 412
Materials Added....................... 339Octane Rating......................336,337
Requirements......................... 440
System Hoses......................... 412
Tank Capacity........................ 440
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution................339,346,348
Fuses................................ 426
Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) ........... 158
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............346,348,391
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 336
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 337
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 338
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 192
Fuel................................ 195
Speedometer......................... 188
Tachometer.......................... 190
Gear Ranges........................... 286
476 INDEX

Memory Seat........................... 118
Memory Seats and Radio.................. 118
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 201
Mirrors................................ 77
Automatic Dimming..................... 78
Electric Powered....................... 79
Electric Remote........................ 79
Exterior Folding........................ 79
Heated.............................. 80
Outside.............................. 78
Rearview............................. 77
Vanity............................... 80
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 326
Mopar Parts.........................393,463
MP3 Player............................ 241
Multi-Displacement Engine System........... 309
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 123Navigation Radio........................ 244
Navigation System....................... 244
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 68
Occupant Restraints....................... 36
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............336,337
Odometer..........................193,194
Trip ................................ 193
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)..........300,420
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)..........300,420
Oil Change Indicator..................... 201
Oil Change Indicator, Reset................. 201
Oil, Engine............................ 394
Capacity............................ 440
Change Interval....................... 395
Dipstick............................. 394
Disposal............................ 397
Filter............................... 397
Filter Disposal........................ 397
INDEX 481
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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