2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE oil dipstick

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER Ð IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms engine coolant and
permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the heater
cord to a ground-fault interrupter protected 110-115 volt
AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire exten-
sion cord.
Use the heater when temperatures below 0ÉF (-18ÉC) are
expected to last for several days.
The block heater must be plugged in at least one hour to
have an adequate warming effect on the coolant.The engine block heater cord is located:²3.7L/4.7L Engine Ð coiled and strapped to the engine
oil dipstick tube.
²5.7L Engine Ð bundled and fastened to the injector
harness.
²3.0L Diesel Engine Ð on the passenger side of the
vehicle mounted on a stud between the fresh airbox
and coolant reservoir.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.
Damage to the 110-115 volt AC electrical cord could
cause electrocution.
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Fluid Level Check (4.7L and 5.7L Engine)
Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal
operating temperature. This occurs after at least 15 miles
(25 km) of driving. At normal operating temperature the
fluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips.
To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly,
the following procedure must be used:
1. Operate the engine at idle speed and normal operating
temperature.
2. The vehicle must be on level ground.
3. Fully apply the parking brake and press the brake
pedal.
4. Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear
position ending with the lever in P (Park).
5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until
seated.6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on
both sides. The fluid level should be between the ªHOTº
(upper) reference holes on the dipstick at normal operat-
ing temperature. The fluid level is only valid if there is a
solid coating of oil is seen on both sides of the dipstick. If
the fluid is low, add as required into the dipstick tube.Do
not overfill.After adding any quantity of oil through the
oil fill tube, wait a minimum of two (2) minutes for the oil
to fully drain into the transmission before rechecking the
fluid level.
NOTE:If it is necessary to check the transmissionbelow
the operating temperature, the fluid level should be
between the two ªCOLDº (lower) holes on the dipstick
with the fluid at approximately 70ÉF (21ÉC) (room tem-
perature). If the fluid level is correctly established at
room temperature, it should be between the ªHOTº
(upper) reference holes when the transmission reaches
180ÉF (82ÉC). Remember it is best to check the level at the
normal operating temperature.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419
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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
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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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