2015 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE brake fluid

WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. 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 would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked
whenever the vehicle is serviced, or immediately if the
brake system warning light is on. If necessary, add fluid
to bring level to the full mark on the side of the reservoir
of the brake master cylinder. Be sure to clean the top of
the master cylinder area before removing cap. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brakepads wear. Brake fluid level should be checked when
pads are replaced. If the brake fluid is abnormally low,
check system for leaks.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563

WARNING!(Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
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WARNING!(Continued)
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Front/Rear Axle Fluid
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons
the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be
inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the
fluid level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Front Axle Fluid Level Check
The front axle oil level needs to be no lower than 1/8 in
(3 mm) below the bottom of the fill hole.
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Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic
Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the
correct fluid may affect the function or performance of
your transmission.
Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Front Axle We recommend you use MOPAR® GL-5 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR® GL-5 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant SAE 75W-85 with friction modifier additive.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 Brake Fluid,
SAE J1703. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not
available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+4, MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593

Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Driver Informa-
tion Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance
Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.•Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering, and add as
needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 597

Miles:6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000
114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the engine oil and
engine oil filter.XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X X X X X X X X X X X X
Adjust the parking brake on
vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes.XXXXX
Drain the transfer case and
refill.XXXXX
Inspect the accessory drive
belts replace if necessary.XX
Inspect the front and rear axle
fluid. Change if using your ve-
hicle for any of the following:
police, taxi, fleet, sustained
high speed driving, off-road or
frequent trailer towing .XXXXXX
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 599

Alarm (Security Alarm)..................19, 286
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............9
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...............558, 591
Disposal..............................560
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................426
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................286
Appearance Care.........................568
Auto Down Power Windows..................42
Automatic Door Locks......................34
Automatic Headlights......................166
Automatic High Beams.....................166
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC).......366, 374
Automatic Transmission.................407, 568
Adding Fluid..........................568
Autostick.............................414
Fluid And Filter Changes..................568
Fluid Change..........................568
Fluid Level Check...................566, 567
Fluid Type.........................566, 593Gear Ranges...........................409
Special Additives.......................567
Autostick...............................414
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)........259
Auxiliary Power Outlet.....................259
Axle Fluid..............................593
Battery.................................540
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........26
Belts, Seat...............................109
Blind Spot Monitoring......................132
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................546
B-Pillar Location..........................443
Brake Assist System.......................427
Brake Control System, Electronic..............426
Brake Fluid..........................563, 593
Brake System.........................425, 562
Anti-Lock (ABS).....................425, 426
Fluid Check...........................563
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INDEX 615

Master Cylinder........................563
Parking..............................423
Warning Light.........................286
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................405
Bulb Replacement......................583, 585
Bulbs, Light.............................111
Camera, Rear............................237
Capacities, Fluid..........................591
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)........................533, 534
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................560
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............108, 474
Cargo Area Cover.........................272
Cargo Area Features.......................270
Cargo Compartment.......................270
Light................................271
Cargo Light.............................271
Cargo Tie-Downs.........................274Car Washes.............................569
Cellular Phone...........................364
Center High Mounted Stop Light..............590
Certification Label.........................479
Chains, Tire.............................460
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................437
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .528
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety..............107
Checks, Safety...........................107
Child Restraint............................82
Child Restraints
Booster Seats...........................87
Child Restraints.........................82
Child Seat Installation....................101
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt........98
Infants And Child Restraints................85
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint....97
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt..................................99
616 INDEX

Fails To Start..........................402
Flooded, Starting.......................402
Fuel Requirements...................471, 591
Jump Starting..........................514
Oil ...........................532, 591, 592
Oil Change Interval......................532
Oil Filler Cap.......................533, 534
Oil Filter.............................535
Oil Selection.......................533, 591
Oil Synthetic..........................534
Overheating...........................500
Starting..............................399
Temperature Gauge......................286
Engine Oil Viscosity....................533, 534
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............78
Entry System, Illuminated....................22
Ethanol................................471
Event Data Recorder........................81
Exhaust Gas Caution...................108, 474Exhaust System.......................108, 554
Exterior Lights...........................111
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................535
Air Conditioning.................377, 536, 542
Engine Oil.........................535, 592
Engine Oil Disposal.....................534
Flashers................................500
Hazard Warning........................500
Turn Signal..................111,286, 587, 588
Flooded Engine Starting....................402
Fluid, Brake.............................593
Fluid Capacities..........................591
Fluid Leaks.............................112
Fluid Level Checks
Brake................................563
Cooling System.........................556
Engine Oil............................532
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