2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE automatic transmission

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPARATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Transfer Case – 3.6L Engine Shell Automatic Transmission Fluid 3353 or equivalent.
Transfer Case – 5.7L Engine MOPAR ATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Axle Differential (Front-Rear) We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant
SAE 75W-85.
Axle Differential (Rear) – 5.7L
Engine With Electronic Limited-Slip
Differential (ELSD) We recommend you use MOPAR
GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant
SAE 75W-85 with friction modifier additive.
Axle Differential (Rear) – 5.7L
Engine Without Electronic
Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) We recommend you use MOPAR
GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant
SAE 75W-85.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE
J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only rec-
ommended brake fluids or equivalent.
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Power Steering Reservoir – 3.6L
Engine MOPAR
Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent meeting MS-11655, such as Fuchs
EG ZH 3044 or Pentosin CHF 11s.
Power Steering Reservoir – 5.7L
Engine MOPAR
Power Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR ATF+4Automatic
Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625

64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 64,000 miles (104 000 km).
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L Engine).
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏ Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play;
replace if necessary.
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120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
120,000 miles (195 000 km).
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
❏ Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,
off-road or frequent trailer towing.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s).
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S640 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . 201
Adding Fuel........................... 517
Additives, Fuel ......................... 512
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 582
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 585
Air Conditioning ........................ 394
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 394
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............... 586
Air Conditioning System ................394,398
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 404
Air Filter .............................. 582
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 488
Air Suspension ......................... 448
Airbag .............................. 66,75
Airbag Deployment ....................... 77
Airbag Light ..................... 74,79,96,285
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 78
Airbag, Side ........................ 70,72,75
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........70,72,75Alarm (Security Alarm)
.................20,293
Alarm, Panic ............................ 26
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 9
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 350
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 464
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 292
Anti-Theft System ....................... 293
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................ 622
Appearance Care ........................ 604
Assist, Hill Start ........................ 471
Assistance Towing ....................... 135
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 42
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................ 107
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 35
Automatic Headlights .................... 181
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 398
Automatic Transmission .............421,429,601
Adding Fluid ....................... 604
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 601
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Cooling System......................... 592
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 594
Coolant Capacity ..................... 622
Coolant Level ....................... 596
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 596
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 593
Inspection .......................... 592
Points to Remember .................. 596
Pressure Cap ........................ 595
Radiator Cap ....................... 595
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......593,622
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 201
Cupholders ............................ 264
Customer Assistance ..................... 647
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 80
Daytime Running Lights ................... 183
Dealer Service .......................... 578 Defroster, Rear Window
................... 275
Defroster, Windshield ................96,396,403
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 575
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ................ 603
Oil (Engine) ........................ 579
Power Steering ...................... 461
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 566
Disposal Engine Oil ......................... 582
Used Engine Fluids ................... 582
Door Locks ............................. 33
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 35
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 242
Driving ............................... 453
Off-Pavement ....................... 454
Off-Road .......................... 454
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .... 311
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INDEX 659

Oil Selection..................... 580,622
Oil Synthetic ........................ 581
Overheating ........................ 548
Starting ........................... 413
Temperature Gauge ................... 294
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 581
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 581
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 76
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 23
Ethanol ............................... 510
Event Data Recorder ...................... 80
Exhaust Gas Caution ................. 48,95,513
Exhaust System ....................... 95,589
Exterior Finish Care ...................... 605
Exterior Lights .......................... 98
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 582
Engine Oil ......................... 582 Engine Oil Disposal
................... 582
Finish Care ............................ 605
Flashers .............................. 548
Hazard Warning ..................... 548
Turn Signal ................. 98,287,618,620
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 517
Engine Oil ......................... 516
Fuel Requirements ................. 513,515
Maintenance ........................ 517
Replacement Parts .................... 517
Starting ........................... 516
Flipper Glass, Liftgate ..................... 45
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 417
Fluid Capacities ......................... 622
Fluid Leaks ............................. 98
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..........601,602,603
Brake ............................. 598
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Shifting............................... 419
Automatic Transmission ................ 419
Short Message Service (SMS) ................ 143
Shoulder Belts ........................... 52
Side Airbag ............................. 75
Signals, Turn ................... 98,287,618,620
SmartBeams ........................... 182
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 496
Snow Plow ............................ 537
Snow Tires ............................ 498
Spare Tire ....................... 491,492,550
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ...................... 509
Oil ............................... 580
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........197,201
Speedometer ........................... 292
Starting ............................. 29,413
Automatic Transmission ................ 413
Cold Weather .................... 417,418Engine Block Heater
.................. 418
Engine Fails to Start .................. 417
Remote ............................ 29
Starting and Operating .................... 413
Starting Procedures ...................... 413
Steering Power .......................... 459,461
Tilt Column ...................... 194,195
Wheel, Heated ...................... 196
Wheel, Tilt ...................... 194,195
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. 392
Steering Wheel Mounted
Sound System Controls ................... 392
Storage ............................... 616
Storage, Vehicle ...................... 405,616
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... 616
Sun Roof ........................... 251,254
Sun Visor Extension ...................... 112
Sunglasses Storage ....................... 241
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