2021 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE oil level

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.
WARNING!
• Never smoke while working in the engine
compartment: gas and inflammable va-
pors may be present, with the risk of fire.
• Be very careful when working in the
engine compartment when the engine is
hot: you may get burned. Do not get too
close to the radiator cooling fan: the
electric fan may start; danger of injury.
Scarves, ties and other loose clothing
might be pulled by moving parts.
CAUTION!
• Be careful not to confuse the various
types of fluids while topping up: they are
not compatible with each other! Topping
up with an unsuitable fluid could se-
verely damage your car.
• The oil level must never exceed the MAX
mark.
• Always top up using engine oil of the
same specifications as that already in
the engine.
CAUTION!
• If the engine oil is being topped up, wait
for the engine to cool down before loos-
ening the filler cap, particularly for ve-
hicles with aluminium cap (if equipped).
WARNING: risk of burns!
• 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.
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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.
WARNING!
• Never smoke while working in the engine
compartment: gas and inflammable va-
pors may be present, with the risk of fire.
• Be very careful when working in the
engine compartment when the engine is
hot: you may get burned. Do not get too
close to the radiator cooling fan: the
electric fan may start; danger of injury.
Scarves, ties and other loose clothing
might be pulled by moving parts.
CAUTION!
• Be careful not to confuse the various
types of fluids while topping up: they are
not compatible with each other! Topping
up with an unsuitable fluid could se-
verely damage your car.
• The oil level must never exceed the MAX
mark.
• Always top up using engine oil of the
same specifications as that already in
the engine.
CAUTION!
• If the engine oil is being topped up, wait
for the engine to cool down before loos-
ening the filler cap, particularly for ve-
hicles with aluminium cap (if
equipped). WARNING: risk of burns!
• Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase
will cause aeration or loss of oil pres-
sure. This could damage your engine.
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-
voir, take some washer fluid and apply it to a
cloth or towel and wipe clean the wiper
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WARNING!
boiling point. This may cause it to boil
unexpectedly during hard or prolonged
braking, resulting in sudden brake fail-
ure. This could result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can
result in spilling brake fluid on hot en-
gine parts, causing the brake fluid to
catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage
painted and vinyl surfaces, care should
be taken to avoid its contact with these
surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to
contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal
components could be damaged, causing
partial or complete brake failure. This
could result in a collision.
Automatic Transmission
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 trans-
mission has no dipstick. An authorized dealercan check your transmission fluid level using
special service tools. If you notice fluid leak-
age or transmission malfunction, visit an au-
thorized dealer immediately to have the
transmission fluid level checked. Operating
the vehicle with an improper fluid level can
cause severe transmission damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit an
authorized dealer immediately. Severe
transmission damage may occur. An au-
thorized dealer has the proper tools to
adjust the fluid level accurately.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-
free battery. You will never have to add water,
nor is periodic maintenance required.
WARNING!
• Using the battery with low fluid will
irreparably damage the battery and may
cause an explosion.
WARNING!
• When performing any operation on the
battery or near it, always protect your
eyes with special goggles.
• Batteries contain substances which are
very dangerous for the environment. For
battery replacement, contact an autho-
rized dealership.
• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution
and can burn or even blind you. Do not
allow battery fluid to contact your eyes,
skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a
battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the
area immediately with large amounts of
water. Refer to “Jump Starting Proce-
dure” in “In Case Of Emergency” for
further information.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
Keep flame or sparks away from the
battery. Do not use a booster battery or
any other booster source with an output
greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
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NON-SRT FLUID
CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
All Engines24.6 Gallons 93.1 Liters
AdBlue
®Fluid Tank8 Gallons 30.3 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6L Engine (API Certified SAE 0W-20, FCA Material Standard 9.55535-CR1 or
MS-6395)6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
5.7L Engine (API Certified SAE 5W-20, FCA Material Standard 9.55535-CR1 or
MS-6395)7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
3.0L Diesel Engine (API Certified SAE 5W-40, ACEA A3/B4, API CJ-4/SM, FCA
Material Standard 9.55535-D3 or MS-10902)8 Quarts 7.7 Liters
Cooling System *
3.6L Engine (OAT FCA Material Standard MS.90032) 10.4 Quarts 9.9 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (OAT FCA Material Standard MS.90032) – Without Trailer Tow
Package15.4 Quarts 14.6 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (OAT FCA Material Standard MS.90032) – With Trailer Tow
Package16 Quarts 15.2 Liters
3.0L Diesel Engine (OAT FCA Material Standard MS.90032) 12 Quarts 11.4 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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SRT FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
24.6 Gallons 93.1 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
6.2 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified, MS-12633 or ACEA A1/B1) 8.3 Quarts 7.8 Liters
6.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified, MS-12633 or ACEA A1/B1) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Cooling System*
6.2L Engine (OAT FCA Material Standard MS.90032) 14.7 Quarts 13.9 Liters
6.2L Engine Intercooler (OAT FCA Material Standard MS.90032)) 4.0 Quarts 3.9 Liters
6.4 Liter Engine (OAT FCA Material Standard MS.90032) 16 Quarts 15.5 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
NON-SRT
Engine
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil
that has been thoroughly developed and
tested in order to meet the requirements of
the Scheduled Servicing Plan. Constant use
of the prescribed lubricants guarantees the
fuel consumption and emission specifica-
tions. Lubricant quality is crucial for engine
operation and duration. If lubricants con-
forming to the specific request are not avail-able, products that meet the indicated speci-
fications can be used to top up, in this case
optimal performance of the engine is not
guaranteed.
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Break-In Recommendations, New
Vehicle...............152, 153
Bulb Replacement.............204
Bulbs, Light.................143
Camera, Rear................184
Capacities, Fluid...........290, 291
Caps, Filler
Fuel....................228
Oil (Engine)...............248
Carbon Monoxide Warning.....141, 286
Car Washes..................274
Chains, Tire..............271, 272
Change Oil Indicator.............67
Changing A Flat Tire.........217, 262
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety. . . .140
Checks, Safety................140
Child Restraint................127
Child Restraints
Child Seat Installation.........139
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat
Belt....................139
Clean Air Gasoline.............284
Cleaning
Wheels..................270
Climate Control................43
Automatic.................44Compact Spare Tire.............269
Cooling System...............262
Cooling Capacity.........290, 291
Inspection................262
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze)............290, 291
Cruise Control (Speed Control) . . .172, 174
Cruise Light................82, 84
Customer Assistance............350
Customer Programmable Features. . . .316
Cybersecurity.................300
Daytime Running Lights...........37
Dealer Service................257
Defroster, Windshield............142
Diagnostic System, Onboard........85
Diesel Fuel
.................
.287
Diesel
Fuel Requirements.........287
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine)...............253
Disabled Vehicle Towing..........231
Do Not Disturb............339, 347
Door Ajar.................74, 75
Door Ajar Light..............74, 75
Drag And Drop Menu........302, 308
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt............25DVD Player (Video Entertainment
System)..................322
Economy (Fuel) Mode...........156
Electric Brake Control System.......87
Anti-Lock Brake System.........86
Electronic Roll Mitigation.....89, 92
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise
Control)..................173
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).....89
E
lectronic Throttle Control Warning Light. .74
Emergency, In Case Of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck.....230
Hazard Warning Flasher........203
Jacking...............217, 262
Jump Starting..............225
Tow Hooks................235
Emissions...................298
Engine.....................248
Break-In Recommendations . .152, 153
Checking Oil Level...........253
Compartment..........248, 249,
250, 251, 252
Compartment Identification . .248, 249,
250, 251, 252
Cooling..................262
Exhaust Gas Caution.......141, 286
INDEX
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Fuel Requirements........282, 291
Jump Starting..............225
Oil..................290, 291
Oil Filler Cap...............248
Oil Selection...........290, 291
Overheating...............228
Starting..................145
Enhanced Accident Response
Feature...............125, 235
Ethanol....................283
Exhaust Gas Cautions........141, 286
Exhaust System...............141
Exterior Lights.............36, 143
Filters
Air Conditioning..........52, 258
Flashers....................203
Hazard Warning.............203
Turn Signals.........83, 143, 207
Flash-To-Pass.................38
Fluid, Brake.................297
Fluid Capacities...........290, 291
Fluid Leaks..................143
Fluid Level Checks
Brake...................255
Fluids And Lubricants........291, 295
Fog Lights.................40, 81Fold-Flat Seats................25
Forward Collision Warning.........101
Four-Way Hazard Flasher..........203
Four Wheel Drive...........159, 167
Operation.................159
System..................159
Four Wheel Drive Operation........159
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle..........230
Fuel...................282, 287
Adding...............185, 188
Additives................
.284
Clean
Air .................284
Consumption...............298
Economy Mode.............156
Ethanol..................283
Gasoline.................282
Light....................77
Materials Added.............284
Octane Rating..............282
Requirements.......282, 287, 291
Tank Capacity...........290, 291
Fueling.................185, 188
Fuses.....................210
Gasoline, Clean Air.............284
Gasoline, (Fuel)...............282
Gasoline, Reformulated..........284General Information.............320
Glass Cleaning................276
Hands-Free Phone
Uconnect.................333
Hazard Warning Flashers..........203
Headlights
Delay....................39
High Beam/Low Beam Select
Switch...................38
Lights On Reminder...........40
On With Wipers..............39
Passing...................38
Switch...................36
Head Restraints................30
Head Rests...................30
Heated Seats..................28
Heated Steering Wheel.........33, 34
Hill Descent Control.............94
Hill Descent Control Indicator.......94
Hill Start Assist................88
Hood
Closing...................59
Opening...................59
Hood Prop...................59
Hood Release.................59
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