2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE automatic transmission fluid

STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES .................35
▫ Automatic Transmission .................36
▫ Extreme Cold Weather ...................36
▫ Normal Starting Procedure —
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ...................37
▫ Starting Fluids ........................38
 NORMAL OPERATION ...................39
▫ Cold Weather Precautions ................39
▫ Engine Idling .........................40 ▫
Stopping The Engine ....................41
▫ Cooling System Tips —
Automatic Transmission ..................42
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ....43
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ...................44
▫ Fuel Specifications .....................45
▫ Biodiesel Fuel Requirements ...............46
 TRAILER TOWING ......................49
▫ Common Towing Definitions ..............49
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission We recommend you only use Mopar® ZF 8&9 Speed
ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use the
correct fluid may affect the function or performance of
your transmission.
Transfer Case – Single-Speed (Quadra-Trac I®) We recommend you use Shell Automatic Transmission
Fluid 3353.
Transfer Case – Two-Speed (Quadra-Trac II®) We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Axle Differential (Front) We recommend you use MOPAR® GL-5 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
96 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission as
needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
•
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 101

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission as
needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
•
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 105

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).............87
Adding Fuel ..............................63
Airbag Light .............................19
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) .....77
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...................86
Capacities .............................93
Disposal ..............................89
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................11
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type .............................96
Axle Fluid ...............................96
Battery .................................84
Brake Fluid ..............................96
Brake System .............................91
Fluid Check ............................91
Master Cylinder .........................91
Warning Light ..........................15 Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)
...........93
Capacities, Fluid ...........................93
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ............................75
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................88
Charge Air Cooler .........................90
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............88
Cooling System ...........................84
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ................87
Coolant Capacity ........................93
Coolant Level ...........................85
Disposal of Used Coolant ..................89
Drain, Flush, and Refill ....................85
Points to Remember ......................89
Pressure Cap ...........................88
Radiator Cap ...........................88
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............86
110 INDEX

Starting.................................35
Automatic Transmission ...................36
Engine Block Heater ......................36
Remote ................................6
Starting Procedures .........................35
Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines) .............35
Tachometer ..............................11
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .............14
Ti re s Pressure Warning Light ....................16
Trailer Towing ..........................57
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................54
Towing .................................49
Guide ................................53
Weight ...............................53
Trailer Towing ............................49
Cooling System Tips ......................61
Hitches ...............................52 Minimum Requirements
...................55
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................54
Wiring ................................59
Trailer Towing Guide .......................53
Trailer Weight ............................53
Transfer Case Fluid .................................96
Transmission Fluid .................................96
Turn Signals ..............................12
Viscosity, Engine Oil ........................75
Voltmeter ................................39
Water Separator, Diesel Fuel ..................78
114 INDEX