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 function or
performance of your transmission.
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 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.
Axle Differential (Rear) – Without Electronic Limited-Slip Differential
(ELSD) We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Synthetic 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 available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable.
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
Authentic Accessories By Mopar
In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain
far more than expressive style, premium pro-
tection, or extreme entertainment, you also
benefit from enhancing your vehicle with ac-
cessories that have been thoroughly tested
and factory-approved. The following highlights just some of the
many Authentic Jeep Accessories by Mopar
featuring a fit, finish, and functionality spe-
cifically for your Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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AccessUconnect ..........291, 293, 298
Accessories ..................283
Mopar ...................283
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off .................175, 177
On..................175, 177
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) ..................174
Adding Fuel ..............186, 188
Additives, Fuel ................274
AirBag ....................122 Air Bag Operation ............124
Air Bag Warning Light .........121
Driver Knee Air Bag ...........124
Enhanced Accident Response .128, 229
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ......229
Front Air Bag ..............122
If A Deployment Occurs ........128
Knee Impact Bolsters .........124
Maintaining Your Air Bag System . .129
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light . .122
Side Air Bags ..............125
Transporting Pets ............142
Air Bag Light ...........80, 121, 144 Air Bag Maintenance
............129
Air Conditioner Maintenance .......251
Air Conditioning Filter .........51, 252
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ......51
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ........251
Air Conditioning System .......50, 251
Alarm Arm The System .............18
Disarm The System ............18
Alarm (Security Alarm) .........17, 81
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .......17
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........276
Capacities ................277
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .......92
Anti-Lock Warning Light ...........86
APP Uconnect Access ............293
Arming System (Security Alarm) ......17
Assist, Hill Start ................94
Audio
Jack ..................322
Auto Down Power Windows .........53
Automatic Door Locks ............23
Automatic High Beams ...........38
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . .50
Automatic Transmission ..........159 Adding Fluid
...........279, 281
Fluid Level Check ...........250
Fluid Type .........279, 281, 283
Auto Up Power Windows ...........53
Axle Fluid ...................283
Axle Lubrication ...........279, 281
Background Themes Uconnect 8.4N .............341
Back-Up Camera ..............185
Battery ..................82, 250
Charging System Light .........82
Belts, Seat ..................143
Blind Spot Monitoring ...........103
B-Pillar Location ..............261
Brake Assist System .............93
Brake Control System, Electronic .....93
Brake Fluid .......249, 279, 281, 283
Brake System ................249
Fluid Check ........249, 279, 281
Master Cylinder .............249
Warning Light ...............80
Brake/Transmission Interlock .......158
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ...................155
INDEX
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Hill Start Assist................94
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ......62
Hood Release .................57
Inside Rearview Mirror ............34
Instrument Cluster .........82, 86, 87
Instrument Cluster ............75
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning .....270
Interior Appearance Care .........269
Intervention Regeneration Strategy ....76
Introduction ...................1
In Vehicle Features Uconnect Access ............298
Inverter Outlet (115V) ............67
Inverter, Power ................67
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio ......332
Jacking Instructions ............217
Jack Location .............214, 215
Jack Operation ............217, 258
Jump Starting ................221
Key Fob Arm The Alarm ..............18
Disarm The Alarm ............18
Key-In Reminder ...............15 Keyless Enter-N-Go
..............20
Key, Replacement ...............13
Keys .......................13
Lane Change Assist ..............40
LaneSense ..................183
Lap/Shoulder Belts .............113
Latches ....................145
Leaks, Fluid .................145
Liftgate ..................58, 59
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer .......42
Light Bulbs ..................145
Lights .....................145
AirBag ............80, 121, 144
Brake Assist Warning ..........98
Brake Warning ..............80
Cargo ....................61
Cruise ...................88
Daytime Running ............38
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .......37
Engine Temperature Warning .....82
Exterior ..................145
Hazard
Warning Flasher ........204
Hill Descent Control Indicator . . . .100
Low Fuel ..................86
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .83
Park ....................87 Passing
..................38
Seat Belt Reminder ...........80
Security Alarm ..............81
Side Marker ...............206
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . .84
Traction Control .............98
Turn Signal .......37, 87, 145, 206
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) .............82, 87
Loading Vehicle Tires ...................261
Locks Automatic Door ..............23
Child Protection .............23
Power Door ................20
Lug Nuts ...................272
Maintenance Free Battery .........250
Maintenance Schedule . . . .232, 235, 239
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ...................83
Manual, Service ...............357
Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection ..........283
Marker Lights, Side .............206
Media Hub ..................342
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ......27
INDEX
362
Sound Systems (Radio).......322, 328
Spare Tire ...................215
Spark Plugs ..............277, 280
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ..........277, 280
Oil .................277, 280
Speed Control Accel/Decel ............173, 174
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ........175
Cancel ..................174
Distance Setting (ACC Only) .....177
Mode Setting (ACC Only) .......177
Resume .................174
Set ....................173
Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . .172, 173
Starting ..............16, 149, 150
Automatic Transmission ........151
Cold Weather ..............150
Engine Block Heater ..........152
Engine Fails To Start ..........150
Remote ..................16
Starting And Operating ...........149
Starting Procedures .........149, 150
Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines) . .150
Steering Tilt Column ................32
Wheel, Heated ..............33 Wheel, Tilt
.................32
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls ..................290
Storage, Vehicle ................51
Sunroof Closing ...................56
Opening ...................55
Venting ...................55
Sun Roof ....................55
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag.....................122
Sway Control, Trailer .............99
System, Remote Starting ..........16
Telescoping Steering Column ........32
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . .50
Text Messaging .....337, 338, 343, 347
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ............61
Tilt Steering Column .............32
Tire And Loading Information Placard . .261
Tire Markings .................258
Tires ...................145,
266
Chains ..................265
Changing .............221, 258
Flat Changing ..............221
Jacking ..................258
Load Capacity ..............261 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . .107
Pressure Warning Light
.........84
Quality Grading .............266
Replacement ..............221
Rotation .................265
Safety ..................258
Spare Tire ................215
Wheel Mounting ............221
Tire Safety Information ...........258
Towing .................193, 227
Disabled Vehicle ............227
Guide ............193, 194, 195
Recreational ...............198
Weight ...........193, 194, 195
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome . .198
Traction Control ................95
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..........99
Trailer Towing ................193
Trailer Towing Guide .....193, 194, 195
Trailer Weight ..........193, 194, 195
Transfer Case Fluid ...................283
Transmission .................159
Automatic .............159, 250
Fluid ...................283
Maintenance ..............250
Shifting .................157
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