2009 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE cooling

•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be periodically inspected.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the
proper maintenance interval.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under the hood service, or immedi-
ately if the brake system warning lamp indicates system
failure.
The brake master cylinder has a translucent plastic
reservoir. On the outboard side of the reservoir, there is a
“MAX” dot and a “MIN” dot. The fluid level must be
kept within these two dots. Do not add fluid above the
MAX mark, because leakage may occur at the cap.
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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 Quarts 4.7 Liters
4.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.7 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
3.0 Liter Diesel Engine (SAE 5W-30 Synthetic, API Certified
Low Ash)10 Quarts 9.5 Liters
Cooling System *
3.7 Liter and 4.7L Engine (MOPAREngine Coolant/Antifreeze
5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) — Without Rear Heat12.7 Quarts 11.8 Liters
3.7 Liter and 4.7L Engine (MOPAREngine Coolant/Antifreeze
5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) — With Rear Heat14 Quarts 13.2 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAREngine Coolant/Antifreeze 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula) — Without Rear Heat15.2 Quarts 14.4 Liters
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Light............................... 167
Luggage Carrier....................... 174
Cargo Light............................ 167
Cargo Load Floor........................ 171
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 170
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 367
Cellular Phone........................82,260
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 455
Certification Label....................... 367
Chains, Tire............................ 343
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 391
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 327
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 411
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 69
Checks, Safety........................... 69
Child Restraint....................58,59,64,66
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............63,64
Child Safety Locks........................ 30Climate Control......................... 261
Clock........................209,223,227,236
Cold Weather Operation................... 281
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 260
Compact Spare Tire...................... 338
Compass.............................. 200
Compass Calibration..................... 201
Compass Variance....................... 201
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 198
Connector
UCI ................................ 247
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 247
Console, Overhead....................... 153
Contract, Service........................ 491
Cooling System......................... 424
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 426
Coolant Capacity...................... 456
Coolant Level......................... 428
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 428
500 INDEX

Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...... 163
Electronic Brake Control System............. 312
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 312
Brake Assist System.................... 313
Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 314
Electronic Stability Program............... 315
Traction Control System................. 313
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 314
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 144
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 315
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 192
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................190,193
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 295
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 390
Jacking............................. 391
Jump Starting......................... 398
Tow Hooks.......................... 400Emission Control System Maintenance...... 411,462
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 417
Block Heater......................... 285
Break-In Recommendations................ 68
Compartment................406,407,408,409
Compartment Identification......406,407,408,409
Cooling............................. 424
Exhaust Gas Caution..................69,359
Fails to Start.......................... 281
Flooded, Starting...................... 281
Fuel Requirements..................355,456
Oil ..............................414,456
Oil Change Interval.................... 414
Oil Disposal.......................... 417
Oil Filter............................ 417
Oil Filter Disposal..................... 417
Oil Selection.......................415,456
Oil Synthetic......................... 417
502 INDEX

Safety.............................. 326
Sizes............................... 327
Spare Tire........................... 392
Spinning............................ 340
Tread Wear Indicators................... 340
Wheel Mounting...................... 397
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 375
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 294
Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 400
Tow/Haul Indicator Light................. 190
Towing............................369,401
24-Hour Towing Assistance................ 97
Disabled Vehicle....................... 401
Guide.............................. 373
Recreational.......................... 382
Weight.............................. 373
Towing Assistance........................ 97
Traction Control......................... 313
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)................. 320Trailer Towing.......................... 369
Cooling System Tips.................... 382
Hitches............................. 372
Minimum Requirements................. 376
Trailer and Tongue Weight............... 375
Wiring.............................. 379
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 373
Trailer Weight.......................... 373
Transfer Case........................... 432
Maintenance......................... 432
Transmission
Automatic........................288,433
Maintenance......................... 433
Shifting............................. 286
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 154
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 21
INDEX 515
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