2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE automatic transmission

1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmissioninto PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal accessories.
3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove
it.
4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could
result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
NOTE: Make sure at all times that unused ends of
jumper cables are not contacting each other or either
vehicle while making connections.
616 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

▫Brake System ....................... .668
▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ..................670
▫ Transfer Case ....................... .671
▫ Automatic Transmission ................672
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion .......................... .674
 FUSES ............................. .680
▫ Power Distribution Center ...............681
 VEHICLE STORAGE ....................689
 REPLACEMENT BULBS .................690
 BULB REPLACEMENT ..................691
▫ High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) —
If Equipped ........................ .692▫
Halogen Headlamps — If Equipped ........692
▫ Front Turn Signal .....................693
▫ Front Fog Lamps .....................693
▫ Rear Tail, Stop, and Turn Signal Lamps ......694
▫ Rear Liftgate Mounted Tail Lamp ..........695
▫ Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) . .697
▫ Rear License Lamp ....................697
 FLUID CAPACITIES ....................698
 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE
PARTS ............................. .699
▫ Engine ............................ .699
▫ Chassis ........................... .701
630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing, while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
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Your vehicle is required to have an Onboard Diagnostic
system (OBD II) and a connection port to allow access to
information related to the performance of your emissions
controls. Authorized service technicians may need to
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 633

CAUTION!
When installing plugs, do not overtighten. You could
damage them and cause them to leak.
Selection Of Lubricant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer
to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintain-
ing Your Vehicle” for further information.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid.NOTE:
No chemical flushes should be used in any trans-
mission; only the approved lubricant should be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. Avoid using transmission seal-
ers as they may adversely affect seals.
672 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Chassis
ComponentFluid, 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 func-
tion or performance of your transmission.
Transfer Case – Single-Speed
(Quadra-Trac I) We recommend you use 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.
Axle Differential (Rear) – With Electronic
Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant
SAE 75W-85 with friction modifier additive.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 701

Alarm System (Security Alarm)................20
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............9
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............663, 698
Disposal ............................. .666
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................509
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................320
Appearance Care ........................ .674
Arming System (Security Alarm) ...............20
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .512
Auto Down Power Windows ..................44
Automatic Door Locks ......................35
Automatic Headlights ..................... .170
Automatic High Beams .....................171
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) .......417, 426
Automatic Transmission .................469, 673
Adding Fluid ......................... .673
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................673
Fluid Change ......................... .673
Fluid Level Check ...................672, 673 Fluid Type
........................ .672, 701
Gear Ranges .......................... .470
Special Additives ...................... .672
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........271
Auxiliary Power Outlet .....................271
Axle Fluid ............................. .701
Battery ............................ .308, 646
Charging System Light ...................308
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........26
Belts, Seat ...............................112
Blind Spot Monitoring ..................... .135
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................652
B-Pillar Location ......................... .536
Brake Assist System ........................511
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............508
Brake Fluid ......................... .669, 701
Brake System ........................ .507, 668
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .507
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INDEX 723

Hazard Warning....................... .600
Turn Signal ..................114, 327, 693, 694
Flooded Engine Starting ....................459
Fluid, Brake ............................ .701
Fluid Capacities ......................... .698
Fluid Leaks .............................114
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................673
Brake ............................... .669
Engine Oil ........................... .638
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........699
Fog Lights ............................. .693
Fog Light Service ........................ .693
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .160
Forward Collision Warning ..................219
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...................600
Four Wheel Drive ..................... .479, 486
Operation ............................ .479
Systems ............................. .479Four Wheel Drive Operation
.................479
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................619
Front Axle (Differential) .....................670
Fuel .................................. .563
Adding ............................. .569
Additives ............................ .567
Clean Air ............................ .564
Economy Mode ....................... .468
Ethanol ............................. .565
Gasoline ............................. .563
Light ............................... .321
Materials Added ....................... .567
Methanol ............................ .565
Octane Rating ..................... .563, 699
Requirements ...................... .563, 698
Tank Capacity ......................... .698
Fueling ............................... .569
Fuses ................................. .680
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Adjustment....................... .146, 148
Easy Entry ........................... .166
Heated .............................. .151
Memory ............................. .162
Rear Folding ......................... .160
Reclining ............................ .149
Vented .............................. .154
Ventilated ............................ .154
Security Alarm ........................ .20, 305
Arm The System ........................21
Disarm The System .......................21
Selec-Terrain ............................ .486
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............699
SENTRY KEY Key Programming .......................20
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................18
Sentry Key Replacement .....................19
Service Assistance .........................711
Service Contract ......................... .713Service Manuals
......................... .716
Shifting ............................... .465
Automatic Transmission ...............465, 469
Shoulder Belts ............................55
Signals, Turn ...................114, 327, 693, 694
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................553
Snow Plow ............................. .589
Snow Tires ............................. .546
Spare Tire .....................547, 548, 549, 605
Spark Plugs ............................ .699
Speed Control Accel/Decel ....................... .190, 192
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ..................200
Cancel .............................. .190
Resume ............................. .190
Set................................. .190
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........188, 189, 193
Starting ............................. .29, 456
Automatic Transmission ..................456
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