2018 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE checking oil

SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE
CARGO AREA.
WARNING!
• Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury
or death.
• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
In a collision, people riding in these
areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of
your vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and seat belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They con-
tain carbon monoxide (CO), which is col-
orless and odorless. Breathing it can make
you unconscious and can eventually poi-
son you. To avoid breathing (CO), follow
these safety tips:
• Do not run the engine in a closed garage
or in confined areas any longer than
needed to move your vehicle in or out of
the area.
• If you are required to drive with the
trunk/liftgate/rear doors open, make sure
that all windows are closed and the cli-
mate control BLOWER switch is set at
high speed. DO NOT use the recircula-
tion mode.
• If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle
with the engine running, adjust your
heating or cooling controls to force out-
side air into the vehicle. Set the blower
at high speed.The best protection against carbon monoxide
entry into the vehicle body is a properly main-
tained engine exhaust system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of
the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can
be detected inside the vehicle, or when the
underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged,
have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body ar-
eas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or
mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose
connections could permit exhaust fumes to
seep into the passenger compartment. In
addition, inspect the exhaust system each
time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil
change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the seat belt system periodically,
checking for cuts, frays, and loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immedi-
ately. Do not disassemble or modify the sys-
tem.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING......230
Scheduled Servicing — Non SRT. . . .230
Scheduled Servicing — SRT.......234
Scheduled Servicing — Diesel Engine .238
ENGINE COMPARTMENT.....242
3.6L Engine.................242
5.7L Engine.................243
6.2L Supercharged Engine........244
6.4L Engine.................245
3.0L Diesel Engine.............246
Checking Oil Level — Gasoline Engine .247
Checking Oil Level — 3.0 Diesel
Engine.....................247Adding Washer Fluid............247
Maintenance-Free Battery........248
DEALER SERVICE...........248
Air Conditioner Maintenance.......249
Windshield Wiper Blades.........251
Cooling System...............254
RAISING THE VEHICLE.......255
TIRES....................255
Tires — General Information.......255
Tire Types...................259
Spare Tires — If Equipped........260
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care.......262Tire Chains (Traction Devices) —
Non-SRT...................263
Tire Chains (Traction Devices) — SRT . .264
Tire Rotation Recommendations.....264
STORING THE VEHICLE.......265
BODYWORK...............266
Preserving The Bodywork.........266
INTERIORS................267
Seats And Fabric Parts...........267
Plastic And Coated Parts..........267
Leather Parts.................268
Glass Surfaces...............268
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Scheduled Servicing — Non SRT
The scheduled services listed in this manual
must be done at the times or mileages speci-
fied to protect your vehicle warranty and
ensure the best vehicle performance and re-
liability. More frequent maintenance may be
needed for vehicles in severe operating con-
ditions, such as dusty areas and very short
trip driving. Inspection and service should
also be done anytime a malfunction is sus-
pected.
The oil change indicator system will remind
you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
In the instrument cluster an “Oil Change
Required” message will be displayed and a
single chime will sound, indicating that an oil
change is necessary.
The oil change indicator message will illuminate
approximately 7,000 miles (11,200 km) after
the most recent oil change was performed. Have
your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within
500 miles (800 km).
NOTE:
•
The oil change indicator message will not moni-
tor the time since the last oil change. Change
your vehicles oil if it has been 12 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 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil
change indicator message after completing
the scheduled oil change. If this 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 Display” in “Get-
ting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
At Each Stop for Fuel
• Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes
after a fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil level while the vehicle is
on level ground will improve the accuracy ofthe oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and
add if required.
Once a Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual
wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first
sign of irregular wear.
• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten
the terminals as required.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reser-
voir, and brake master cylinder; add fluid as
needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items
for correct operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance
items may result in damage to the vehicle.
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tronic and mechanical tools that can help
prevent future costly repairs.
The maintenance intervals shown should be
performed as indicated in this section.
NOTE:
• Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed12,500 miles (20,000 km)
or 12 months, whichever comes first.
•Flush and replace the engine coolant at
120 months or 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
whichever comes first.
At Each Stop for Fuel
• Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes
after a fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil level while the vehicle is
on level ground will improve the accuracy of
the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.• Check the windshield washer solvent and
add if required.
Once a Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual
wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first
sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs
before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten
the terminals as required.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reser-
voir, and brake master cylinder; add as
needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items
for correct operation.At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
• Inspect for the presence of water in the fuel
filter/water separator unit.
• Completely fill the AdBlue Fluid tank.
At Every Second Oil Change
• Replace fuel filter.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required mainte-
nance items may result in damage to the
vehicle.
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Checking Oil Level — Gasoline Engine
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s
engine, the engine oil must be maintained at
the correct level. Check the oil level at regular
intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best
time to check the engine oil level is about five
minutes after a fully warmed up engine is
shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level
ground will improve the accuracy of the oil
level readings. Always maintain the oil level
within the SAFE zone on the dipstick. Adding
one quart of oil when the reading is at the
bottom of the SAFE zone will result in a
reading at the top of the safe zone on these
engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase
will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure.
This could damage your engine.
Checking Oil Level — 3.0 Diesel Engine
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle's
engine, the engine oil must be maintained at
the correct level. Check the oil level at regular
intervals. The best time to check the oil level
is before starting the engine after it has been
parked overnight. When checking oil after
operating the engine, first ensure the engine
is at full operating temperature, then wait for
five minutes after engine shutdown to check
the oil.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level
ground will improve the accuracy of the oil
level readings. Add oil only when the level on
the dipstick is below the “MIN” mark. The
total capacity from the MIN mark to the MAX
mark is 1 qt (1 L).
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase
will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pres-
sure. This could damage your engine.NOTE:
It is possible for your oil level to be slightly
higher than a previous check. This would be
due to diesel fuel that may temporarily be in
the crankcase due to operation of the diesel
particulate filter regeneration strategy. This
fuel will evaporate out under normal opera-
tion.
Never operate the engine with oil level below
the “MIN” mark or above the upper “MAX”
mark.
Adding Washer Fluid
The instrument cluster display will indicate
when the washer fluid level is low. When the
sensor detects a low fluid level, the wind-
shield will light on the vehicle graphic outline
and the “WASHER FLUID LOW” message
will be displayed.
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers
and the rear window washer is shared. The
fluid reservoir is located in the engine com-
partment, be sure to check the fluid level at
regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with wind-
shield washer solvent only (not radiator anti-
freeze). When refilling the washer fluid reser-
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Caps, Filler
Fuel....................220
Oil (Engine)...............242
Carbon Monoxide Warning.....131, 275
Car Washes..................266
Chains, Tire..............263, 264
Changing A Flat Tire............255
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety. . . .131
Checks, Safety................131
Child Restraints
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat
Belt....................129
Child Safety Locks..............24
Clean Air Gasoline.............273
Cleaning
Wheels..................262
Climate Control................40
Manual...................40
Compact Spare Tire.............261
Computer, Trip/Travel.............66
Cooling System...............254
Coolant Capacity........278, 279
Inspection................255
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze).278, 279
Cruise Light................74, 76
Customer Assistance............340
Customer Programmable Features. . . .308Cybersecurity.................287
Daytime Running Lights...........35
Dealer Service................248
Defroster, Windshield............132
Diagnostic System, Onboard........77
Diesel Fuel..................275
Diesel Fuel Requirements.........275
Bulk Storage Of.............181
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine)...............247
Disturb....................327
Do Not Disturb................335
Door Ajar.................67, 69
Door Ajar Light..............67, 69
Door Locks, Automatic............24
DVD Player (Video Entertainment
System)..................310
Economy (Fuel) Mode...........146
Electric Brake Control System
Anti-Lock Brake System.........80
Electronic Roll Mitigation.....83, 86
Electronic Brake Control System......81
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise
Control)...............163, 164
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).....83Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light.68
Emergency, In Case Of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck.....222
Hazard Warning Flasher........198
Jacking..................255
Jump Starting..............217
Tow Hooks................227
Engine..........242, 244, 245, 246
Break-In Recommendations . .143, 144
Checking Oil Level...........247
Compartment .242, 243, 244, 245, 246
Compartment Identification . .242, 243
Cooling..................254
Exhaust Gas Caution......
.131, 275
Fuel Requirements. . . .271, 278, 279
Identification..............246
Jump Starting..............217
Oil .................278, 279
Oil Filler Cap...............242
Oil Selection...........278, 279
Overheating...............220
Starting.................137
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.116, 228
Ethanol....................272
Exhaust Gas Cautions........131, 275
Exhaust System...............131
INDEX
358

Lap/Shoulder Belts.............102
Latches....................133
Lead Free Gasoline.............271
Leaks, Fluid.................133
Life Of Tires.................258
Liftgate..................54, 55
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer.......39
Light Bulbs..................133
Lights.....................133
AirBag................66, 109
AirBag ..................132
Brake Assist Warning...........86
Brake Warning...............66
Bulb Replacement...........198
Cruise.................74, 76
Daytime Running............35
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.......34
Engine Temperature Warning.....68
Exterior..................133
Fog .....................36
Fog .....................73
Hazard Warning Flasher........198
Headlights On With Wipers.......36
Hill Descent Control Indicator.....88
Low Fuel..................71
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .71
Park.....................74Passing..................36
Seat Belt Reminder...........69
Security Alarm..............69
Service..................198
Side Marker...............201
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)....72
Traction Control..............86
Turn Signal..........34, 75, 201
Turn Signals...............133
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description)................68
Locks
Automatic Door..............24
Child Protection.............24
Lug Nuts...................270
Maintenance Free Battery.........248
Maintenance Schedule. . . .230, 234, 238
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check
Engine)
...................71
Marker Lights, Side
.............201
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)......24
Memory Seat..................24
Memory Seats And Radio..........24
Methanol...................272
Methanol Fuel................272
Mini-Trip Computer..............66Mirrors.....................32
Exterior Folding.............32
Heated...................33
Monitor, Tire Pressure System.......95
Mopar.....................283
Mopar Accessories.............283
Multi-Function Control Lever........34
Navigation...........316, 318, 320
New Vehicle Break-In Period.......143
Occupant Restraints.............99
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)......271
Oil, Engine
Capacity..............278, 279
Checking.................247
Dipstick.................247
Pressure Warning Light.........69
Recommendation........278, 279
Viscosity.............278, 279
Oil Pressure Light...............69
Onboard Diagnostic System.........77
Operating Precautions............77
Outlet
Power...................57
Overheating, Engine............220
INDEX
360