2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE maintenance schedule

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE......... 189
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS ................... 189
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR
LIGHTS ................... 195
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ..... 197
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .... 198
JUMP-STARTING ............. 206
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS —
IF EQUIPPED ............... 209
MANUAL PARK RELEASE ........ 210
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .... 212
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ...... 214
CAP-LESS FUEL FILL FUNNEL ..... 216
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) .............. 216
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) .... 216
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD........... 217
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ........ 218
NON-SRT FLUID CAPACITIES ...... 226
NON-SRT FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND
GENUINE PARTS ............. 226
SRT FLUID CAPACITIES ......... 228
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE
PARTS—SRT ............... 229
DIESEL FLUID CAPACITIES ....... 230
DIESEL FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND
GENUINE PARTS ............. 230 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
..... 232
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE —
GASOLINE ENGINE ............ 232
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE —
DIESEL ENGINE .............. 243
FUSES .................... 249
TIRE PRESSURES ............. 252
ADDING FUEL ............... 253
SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED ..... 255
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE . . . 256
REPLACEMENT BULBS ......... 257
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
FCA US LLC CUSTOMER CENTER . . . 258
FCA CANADA INC. CUSTOMER
CENTER.................. 258
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ................. 258
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ....... 258
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE
UNITEDSTATES .............. 259
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY
MOPAR ................... 260
FAQ ’ s
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS . . 261
INDEX.................. 263
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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– Door Open Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when a door(s) is left open and not fully closed.
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
– Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the windshield washer fluid is low.
– Hood Open Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the hood is left open and not fully closed.
– Liftgate Ajar Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the liftgate is left ajar and not fully closed.
Engine Oil Life Reset
Oil Change Required
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change
Required” message will display in the DID for five seconds after a single chime has
sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may
fluctuate, dependent upon your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition
switch to the ON/RUN position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if
equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go. To turn off the message temporarily, push and
release the OK button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the
scheduled maintenance) refer to the following procedure.
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go
1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button andplace the ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change
indicator system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
NOTE:
It can also be reset using the Oil Life menu in Vehicle Info.
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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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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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SRT — MAINTENANCE CHARTMiles:
6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000
114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
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
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the engine oil and en-
gine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the
first sign of irregular wear, even
if it occurs before scheduled
maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of
the following: dusty or off-road
conditions. Inspect the engine
air cleaner filter; replace if nec-
essary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings; re-
place if necessary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect the exhaust system. X X X X X X X X X X X X
Adjust the parking brake on ve-
hicles equipped with four wheel
disc brakes. XXXXX
Drain the transfer case and re-
fill. XXXXX
Inspect the accessory drive
belts replace if necessary. XX
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — DIESEL 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
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. 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.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles
(16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first.
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, and fill asneeded
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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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.
• Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank.
• Drain water from fuel filter assembly.
• 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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