2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE engine

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Failure to use the correct fluid may affect
the function or performance of your trans-
mission.
Transfer Case – Single-Speed
(Quadra-Trac I) We recommend you use Automatic Trans-
mission 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 Syn-
thetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Axle Differential (Rear) – With Electronic
Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Syn-
thetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 with
friction modifier additive.
Axle Differential (Rear) – Without Elec-
tronic Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Syn-
thetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3
Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If
DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not avail-
able, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
SRT FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 25 Gallons 94.0 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
6.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certi-
fied) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Cooling System*
6.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Cool-
ant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula that meets the
requirements of FCA Material Standard
MS.90032. 16 Quarts 15.5 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS — SRT
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technol-
ogy) that meets the requirements of FCA
Material Standard MS.90032.
Engine Oil For best performance and maximum pro-
tection under all types of operating condi-
tions, the manufacturer only recommends
full synthetic engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) cat-
egories of SN.
The manufacturer recommends the use of
Pennzoil Ultra 0W-40 or equivalent MOPAR
engine oil meeting the requirements of FCA
Material Standard MS-12633 for use in all
operating temperatures.
Engine Oil FilterWe recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil
Filters.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark
Plugs.
Fuel Selection Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Only or
Higher, 0-15% Ethanol.
Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use only MOPAR ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent.
Failure to use the correct fluid may affect
the function or performance of your trans-
mission.
Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Front Axle We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Syn-
thetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Syn-
thetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 with
friction modifier.
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.
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DIESEL FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
3.0L Diesel Engine 24.6 Gallons93.1 Liters
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 8 Gallons30.3 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
3.0 Liter Diesel Engine
(SAE 5W-30 Synthetic, ACEA C3 Certified Low Ash) 8 Quarts
7.7 Liters
Cooling System
3.0L Turbo Diesel Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/ Antifreeze 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology)) 12 Quarts
11.4 Liters
DIESEL FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technol-
ogy).
Engine Oil Only use ACEA C3 5W-30 Synthetic Low
Ash engine oil meeting FCA Material Stan-
dard MS-11106 or Pennzoil Ultra Euro L
full synthetic 5W-30 motor oil.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil
Filters.
Fuel Filters We recommend you use MOPAR Fuel Fil-
ter. Must meet 3 micron rating.Using a fuel
filter that does not meet the manufacturers
filtration and water separating requirements
can severely impact fuel system life and reli-
ability.
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Fuel Selection Use good quality diesel fuel from a repu-
table supplier in your vehicle. Federal law
requires that you must fuel this vehicle
with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel
(15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits
the use of Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel
(500 ppm Sulfur maximum) to avoid dam-
age to the emissions control system. For
most year-round service, No. 2 diesel fuel
meeting ASTM specification D-975 Grade
S15 will provide good performance. We
recommend you use a blend of up to 5%
biodiesel, meeting ASTM specification
D-975 with your diesel engine.This vehicle
is compatible with biodiesel blends greater
than 5% but no greater than 20% biodiesel
meeting ASTM specification D-7467 pro-
vided the shortened maintenance intervals
are followed as directed.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid MOPAR Diesel Exhaust Fluid (API Certi-
fied) (DEF) or equivalent that has been API
Certified to the ISO 22241 standard. Use
of fluids not API Certified to ISO 22241
may result in system damage.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is exposed to extreme cold (below 20°F or -7°C), or is required to
operate at colder-than-normal conditions for prolonged periods, use climatized No. 2
diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2 diesel fuel with 50% No. 1 diesel fuel. This will provide
better protection from fuel gelling or wax-plugging of the fuel filters.
Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent.
Failure to use the correct fluid may affect
the function or performance of your trans-
mission.
Transfer Case – Single-Speed (Quadra-Trac I)We recommend you use Shell 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 Syn-
thetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Axle Differential (Rear) – With Electronic
Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Syn-
thetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 with
friction modifier additive.
Axle Differential (Rear) – Without Elec-
tronic Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Syn-
thetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3
Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If
DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not avail-
able, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or
applicable supplement on the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — GASOLINE ENGINE
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 service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures,
and E85 fuel usage will influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating 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.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals 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.
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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.
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 and fill asneeded.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for required mainte-
nance.
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 irregular 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.
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Maintenance ChartMileage or time passed (whichever comesfirst)
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
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends,
and replace if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid,
change if using your vehicle for police,
taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer
towing. XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake
function. XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid. XX X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X XX X X XX
Replace spark plugs.** X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at
10 years or 150,000 miles
(240,000 km) whichever comes first. XX
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SRT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times
or mileages specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle
performance and reliability. More frequent maintenance may be needed for vehicles
in severe operating conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip driving.
Inspection and service should also be done anytime a malfunction is suspected.
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in
for scheduled maintenance.
The Driver Information Display (DID) will display an “Oil Change Required” message
and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will
illuminate. This means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:
• The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oilchange. Change your vehicle's oil if it has been six months since your last oil
change, even if the oil change indicator message is NOT illuminated.
• Change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
• Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, whichever comes first.
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 “Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” in this guide or “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” in your Owners Manual on the DVD for further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
• Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
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