Jeep Grand Cherokee Transmission Fluid Capacity

Jeep Grand Cherokee Transmission Fluid Capacity

ByPeter M. Thomas

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a popular SUV that is known for its off-road capabilities. It is important to keep the transmission fluid in your Grand Cherokee at the proper level to ensure that the transmission operates properly. The transmission fluid capacity for the Jeep Grand Cherokee varies depending on the year and model of the vehicle.

Transmission Fluid Capacity by Year and Model

  • 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 4.0L 6-cylinder engine – 5 quarts
  • 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 5.2L V8 engine – 6 quarts
  • 1999-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 4.0L 6-cylinder engine – 5 quarts
  • 1999-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 4.7L V8 engine – 6 quarts
  • 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 3.7L V6 engine – 5 quarts
  • 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 4.7L V8 engine – 6 quarts
  • 2011-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 3.6L V6 engine – 5 quarts
  • 2011-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 5.7L V8 engine – 6 quarts

Checking the Transmission Fluid Level

  1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
  2. Turn off the engine.
  3. Open the hood.
  4. Locate the transmission fluid dipstick. The dipstick is usually located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment, near the back of the engine.
  5. Pull the dipstick out and wipe it clean.
  6. Reinsert the dipstick into the transmission fluid tube.
  7. Pull the dipstick out again and check the fluid level.

The fluid level should be between the “Full” and “Add” marks on the dipstick.

Adding Transmission Fluid

  1. If the transmission fluid level is low, you will need to add fluid.
  2. Use a funnel to add fluid to the transmission fluid tube.
  3. Add fluid until the level reaches the “Full” mark on the dipstick.
  4. Do not overfill the transmission.

Changing the Transmission Fluid

The transmission fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles or 2 years, whichever comes first.

To change the transmission fluid, you will need:

  • A new transmission fluid filter
  • New transmission fluid
  • A funnel
  • A wrench
  • A drain pan
  1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
  2. Turn off the engine.
  3. Open the hood.
  4. Locate the transmission fluid drain plug. The drain plug is usually located on the bottom of the transmission.
  5. Place the drain pan under the drain plug.
  6. Use the wrench to loosen the drain plug.
  7. Allow the transmission fluid to drain out completely.
  8. Once the transmission fluid has drained out, replace the drain plug.
  9. Locate the transmission fluid filter. The filter is usually located near the transmission fluid drain plug.
  10. Use the wrench to loosen the filter.
  11. Remove the old filter and replace it with the new filter.
  12. Add new transmission fluid to the transmission fluid tube.
  13. Add fluid until the level reaches the “Full” mark on the dipstick.
  14. Do not overfill the transmission.
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