2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE check transmission fluid

CAUTION!
When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph
(8 km/h). Always check water depth before entering,
as a precaution, and check all fluids afterward. Driv-
ing through water may cause damage that may not be
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Driving through water more than a few inches/
centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure
safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. If you must
drive through water, try to determine the depth and the
bottom condition (and location of any obstacles) prior to
entering. Proceed with caution and maintain a steady
controlled speed less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in deep water
to minimize wave effects.
Flowing Water
If the water is swift flowing and rising (as in storm run-off),
avoid crossing until the water level recedes and/or the flow rate is reduced. If you must cross flowing water avoid
depths in excess of 9 inches (23 cm). The flowing water can
erode the streambed, causing your vehicle to sink into
deeper water. Determine exit point(s) that are downstream
of your entry point to allow for drifting.
Standing Water
Avoid driving in standing water deeper than 20 inches
(51 cm), and reduce speed appropriately to minimize
wave effects. Maximum speed in 20 inches (51 cm) of
water is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Maintenance
After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle
fluids and lubricants (engine oil, transmission oil, axle,
transfer case) to assure the fluids have not been contami-
nated. Contaminated fluid (milky, foamy in appearance)
should be flushed/changed as soon as possible to pre-
vent component damage.
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CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools.
If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction,
visit your authorized dealer immediately to have the
transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehiclewith an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis-
sion damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle.
Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. How-
ever, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes
contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is
disassembled for any reason.7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 673

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

Fluid Check.......................... .669
Master Cylinder ....................... .669
Parking ............................. .505
Warning Light ........................ .303
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................467
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........109
Bulb Replacement ..................... .690, 691
Bulbs, Light .............................114
Camera, Rear ........................... .249
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .698
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... .640
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................666
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............110,568
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .284
Cargo Area Features ...................... .282
Cargo Compartment ...................... .282
Light ............................... .283Cargo Light
............................ .283
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .286
Car Washes ............................ .674
Cellular Phone .......................... .415
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............697
Certification Label ........................ .573
Chains, Tire ............................ .553
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .531
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .634
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............110
Checks, Safety ............................110
Child Restraint ............................84
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................88
Child Restraints .........................84
Child Seat Installation ....................104
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .......100
Infants And Child Restraints ................86
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....99
724 INDEX

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
728 INDEX