2016 JEEP CHEROKEE engine oil

Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be
expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level
should be checked when pads are replaced. However,
low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup
may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining 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
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WARNING! (Continued)
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.
• 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
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 697

Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge FuseDescription
F06 – – Not Used
F07 15 Amp Blue –Powertrain Control Module - PCM (Diesel Only)
F08 25 Amp Clear –Engine Control Module (ECM)/Fuel Injection
F09 – – Not Used
F10 20 Amp Yellow –Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - If Equipped
F11 – – Not Used
F12 20 Amp Yellow –Brake Vacuum Pump - If Equipped
F13 10 Amp Red –Engine Control Module (ECM)
F14 10 Amp Red –Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) / Power Take-Off Unit
(PTU) / Brake System Module (BSM) - If Equipped/Brake Pedal Switch/Back Up Switch (Diesel Only)
F15 – – Not Used
F16 20 Amp Yellow –Ign Coil (Gas) / Engine Sensor (Diesel)
F17 – – Not Used
F18 – – Not Used
708 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
2.4L and 3.2L Engines 15.8 Gallons 60 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
2.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5.5 Quarts 5.2 Liters
3.2 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
Cooling System*
2.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000
Mile Formula) 7.2 Quarts 6.8 Liters
3.2 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000
Mile Formula) 10 Quarts 9.5 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 725

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of FCA Standard
MS.90032.
Engine Oil – 2.4L
Engine We recommend you use SAE 0W-20 API Certified Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
FCA US Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. Refer to
your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 3.2L
Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
FCA US Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. Refer to
your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use a MOPAR Engine Oil Filter.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 2.4L
Flex Fuel (E-85)
Engines 87 Octane, Up To 85% Ethanol.
726 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures will influence when the “Oil
Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operat-
ing Conditions can cause the change oil message to
illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last
reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible,
within the next 500 miles (805 km).
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 otherthan your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” or “Driver Information Dis-
play (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or
350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The
350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
concern for fleet customers.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
730 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns
on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and
brake master cylinder, fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter
• 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 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 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 731

Brake Fluid............................ .728
Brakes ................................ .519
Brake System ........................ .519, 696
Fluid Check ....................... .696, 728
Master Cylinder ....................... .696
Warning Light ........................ .329
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................485
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................172
Bulb Replacement ..................... .718, 720
Bulbs, Light ..........................118,718
Camera, Rear ........................... .280
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .725
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .584
Oil (Engine) ....................659, 660, 667
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................694
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............115,581
Cargo Area Features ...................... .309Cargo Compartment
...................... .309
Cargo Load Floor ........................ .309
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .310
Car Washes ............................ .700
Certification Label ........................ .588
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .631
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .542
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .662
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............114
Checks, Safety ............................114
Child Restraint ............................91
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................96
Child Restraints .........................91
Child Seat Installation ....................110
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .......107
Infants And Child Restraints ................94
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint . . . .105
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Data Recorder, Event.......................90
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............174
Daytime Running Lights ....................168
Dealer Service ........................... .664
Defroster, Rear Window .....................313
Defroster, Windshield ................116, 423, 424
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................661
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................171
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .665
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................652
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................694
Door Ajar .......................... .336, 337
Door Ajar Light ...................... .336, 337
Door Locks Door Locks ............................34
KeyFob...............................34
Remote ...............................34 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
................34
Door Locks, Automatic ......................36
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .282
Driver Information Display DID................................ .373
Instrument Cluster Display ................373
Driver Information Display (DID) Instrument Cluster ..................... .372
Oil Change ........................... .372
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ..................... .149
Driving ............................... .506
E-85 Fuel .............................. .581
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ........296
Electric Parking Brake ..................... .512
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................134
Electronic Brake Control System ...............520
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................520
Electronic Roll Mitigation .................532
750 INDEX