2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE oil level

•Fuel meets minimum requirement
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle security alarm not active
• Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illuminated
• “Wait To Start” telltale is not illuminated
WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon-
oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious in-
jury or death when inhaled.
• Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters
away from children. Operation of the Remote Start
System, windows, door locks or other controls
could cause serious injury or death.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
The diesel engine does not require a break-in period due
to its construction. Normal operation is allowed, provid-
ing the following recommendations are followed:
• Warm up the engine before placing it under load.
• Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged
periods.
• Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent
engine lugging.
• Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indica-
tors.
• Check the coolant and oil levels frequently.
• Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carry-
ing or towing significant weight.
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WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer
for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to
look under the hood yourself, see “Maintaining Your
Vehicle”. Follow the warnings under the Cooling
System Pressure Cap paragraph.
5. Fuel Gauge •The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank
when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position
• The fuel pump symbol points
to the side of the
vehicle where the fuel door is located. WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
IMPORTANT:
The warning light switches on in the
instrument panel together with a dedicated message
and/or acoustic signal when applicable. These indica-
tions are indicative and precautionary and as such must
not be considered as exhaustive and/or alternative to the
information contained in the Owner Manual, which you
are advised to read carefully in all cases. Always refer to
the information in this chapter in the event of a failure
indication.
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NOTE:Under certain conditions the engine fan will run
after the engine is turned off. These conditions are under
high load and high temperature conditions.
Cooling System Tips — Automatic Transmission
To reduce the potential for engine and transmission
overheating in high ambient temperature conditions,
take the following actions:
• City Driving — When stopped, shift the transmission
into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
• Highway Driving — Reduce your speed.
• Up Steep Hills — Select a lower transmission gear.
• Air Conditioning — Turn it off temporarily.
NOTE: If the coolant temperature is too high the A/C
will automatically turn off.
Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil
Pressure
If the low oil pressure warning light turns on while
driving, stop the vehicle and shut down the engine as
soon as possible. A chime will sound when the light turns
on.
NOTE: Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is
corrected. This light does not show how much oil is in the
engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the
hood.
CAUTION!
If oil pressure falls to less than normal readings, shut
the engine off immediately. Failure to do so could
result in immediate and severe engine damage.
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Engine Oil
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recom-
mends engine oils that meet the requirements of FCA
Material Standard MS-11106, and that are approved to
ACEA C3.
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the
engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check
the oil level at regular intervals. The best time to check
the oil level is before starting the engine after it has been
parked overnight. When checking oil after operating the
engine, first ensure the engine is at full operating tem-
perature, then wait for five minutes after engine shut-
down to check the oil.
1 — MAX Mark
2 — MIN Mark
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Add oil
only when the level on the dipstick is below the “MIN”
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mark. The total capacity from the MIN mark to the MAX
mark is 1.7 qts (1.6L).
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage
your engine.
NOTE: It is possible for your oil level to be slightly
higher than a previous check. This would be due to diesel
fuel that may temporarily be in the crankcase due to
operation of the diesel particulate filter regeneration
strategy. This fuel will evaporate out under normal
operation.
Never operate the engine with oil level below the “MIN”
mark or above the upper “MAX” mark.
Change Engine Oil
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
CAUTION!
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced technol-
ogy Diesel Engine and an emission device designed
to limit Diesel Particulate Emissions from being
released into the atmosphere. The durability of your
engine and life expectancy of this diesel particulate
filter emission device is highly dependent on the use
of the correct engine oil.
Only use ACEA C3 SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Low Ash engine
oil meeting FCA Material Standard MS-11106 or Pennzoil
Ultra Euro L full synthetic 5W-30 motor oil, which is5
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Engine Oil Filter Replacement
Residual oil in the housing may spill from the housing
when the new filter is installed if the residual oil is not
either removed from the housing or enough time has not
elapsed to allow the oil to drain back into the engine.
When servicing the oil filter on this engine, carefully
remove the filter and use a suction gun to remove any
residual oil left in the housing or wait about 30 minutes
for the oil to drain back into the engine.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
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).............86
Adding Fuel ..............................62
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) .....74
Air Conditioning Filter ......................75
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...................85
Capacities .............................92
Disposal ..............................88
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type .............................95
Axle Fluid ...............................95
Battery .................................83
Brake Fluid ..............................95
Brake System .............................90
Fluid Check ............................90
Master Cylinder .........................90
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........92
Capacities, Fluid ...........................92 Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine) ............................73
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................88
Charge Air Cooler .........................90
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............88
Cooling System ...........................84
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ................86
Coolant Capacity ........................92
Coolant Level ...........................84
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................88
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................85
Points To Remember ......................89
Pressure Cap ...........................88
Radiator Cap ...........................88
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........85, 93
Diesel Fuel ...............................42
Diesel Fuel Requirements ....................42
Bulk Storage Of .........................65
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Diesel Fuel System, Re-Priming................81
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................88
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter ............78
Driver Information Display DID .............................. .18, 21
Instrument Cluster .......................18
Instrument Cluster Display ...............18, 21
Engine ..................................70
Air Cleaner ............................74
Block Heater ........................ .34, 41
Break-In Recommendations ..................9
Compartment ...........................70
Coolant (Antifreeze) ......................93
Identification ...........................70
Idling ................................39
Oil............................... .72, 93
Oil Filler Cap ...........................73 Filters
Air Cleaner ............................74
Air Conditioning ........................75
Engine Fuel ............................78
Engine Oil ......................... .74, 93
Engine Oil Disposal ......................74
Fluid, Brake ..............................95
Fluid Capacities ...........................92
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................90
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ............93
Fuel ...................................42
Adding ...............................62
Diesel ............................. .42, 93
Filter .................................78
Requirements ...........................42
Specifications ...........................43
Tank Capacity ..........................92
Fueling .................................62
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