brake fluid JEEP CHEROKEE 2016 KL / 5.G User Guide

•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
• Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to
MS.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion
protection of your engine which contains aluminum
components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY
the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in
unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance,
poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when
performing under hood services or immediately if the
“Brake Warning Light” is illuminated.
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Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be
expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level
should be checked when pads are replaced. However,
low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup
may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
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WARNING! (Continued)
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
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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
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid. NOTE:
No chemical flushes should be used in any
transmission; only the approved lubricant should be
used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission. Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and
its performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
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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.
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. Use only recommended brake fluids.
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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• 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.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and
brake master cylinder, fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.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 irregu-
lar 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
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 731

Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............691, 725
Disposal ............................. .694
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................520
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................345
Appearance Care ........................ .700
Arming System (Security Alarm) ...............19
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .523
Auto Down Power Windows ..................46
Automatic Door Locks ....................36, 37
Automatic Headlights ..................... .166
Automatic High Beams .....................168
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . .421, 432, 441
Automatic Transaxle ...................... .483
Automatic Transmission .................485, 699
Adding Fluid ...................... .699, 728
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................699
Fluid Change ......................... .699
Fluid Level Check ...................698, 699 Fluid Type
........................ .698, 728
Special Additives ...................... .698
Torque Converter ...................... .494
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................37
Auto Up Power Windows ....................46
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........296
Auxiliary Power Outlet .....................296
Axle Fluid ............................. .728
Axle Lubrication ......................... .728
Battery ............................ .334, 674
Charging System Light ...................334
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........26
Belts, Seat ...............................116
Blind Spot Monitoring ..................... .137
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................679
B-Pillar Location ......................... .547
Brake Assist System ...................... .522
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............520
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Brake Fluid............................ .728
Brakes ................................ .519
Brake System ........................ .519, 696
Fluid Check ....................... .696, 728
Master Cylinder ....................... .696
Warning Light ........................ .329
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................485
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................172
Bulb Replacement ..................... .718, 720
Bulbs, Light ..........................118,718
Camera, Rear ........................... .280
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .725
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .584
Oil (Engine) ....................659, 660, 667
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................694
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............115,581
Cargo Area Features ...................... .309Cargo Compartment
...................... .309
Cargo Load Floor ........................ .309
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .310
Car Washes ............................ .700
Certification Label ........................ .588
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .631
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .542
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .662
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............114
Checks, Safety ............................114
Child Restraint ............................91
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................96
Child Restraints .........................91
Child Seat Installation ....................110
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .......107
Infants And Child Restraints ................94
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint . . . .105
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Ethanol............................ .578, 581
Event Data Recorder ........................90
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................115,581
Exhaust System .......................115,688
Exterior Lighting ......................... .165
Exterior Lights ...........................118
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .669
Air Conditioning ....................444, 677
Engine Oil ........................ .668, 726
Engine Oil Disposal .....................668
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .617
Turn Signal ..................118, 170, 355, 721
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .171
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .584
Engine Oil ........................... .583Fuel Requirements
...................581, 582
Maintenance .......................... .584
Replacement Parts ...................... .584
Starting ............................. .583
Flooded Engine Starting ....................476
Floor Console ........................... .307
Fluid, Brake ............................ .728
Fluid Capacities ......................... .725
Fluid Leaks .............................118
Fluid Level Checks Brake ............................... .696
Engine Oil ........................... .665
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........726
Fog Lights ....................... .169, 337, 722
Fog Light Service ........................ .722
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .157
Forward Collision Warning ..................214
Four Wheel Drive ........................ .504
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................648
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Jump Starting........................... .644
Key Fob Arm The Alarm .........................20
Panic Alarm ............................25
Programming Additional Key Fobs .........19, 26
Programming Additional Transmitters .......19, 26
Key-In Reminder ..........................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................39
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ..................390
Passive Entry Programming ................390
Unlock Liftgate ........................ .390
Keyless Entry System .......................23
Key, Replacement ..........................18
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................17
Lane Change And Turn Signals ...............170
Lane Change Assist ....................... .171LaneSense
............................. .218
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................56
Latches ................................118
Hood ............................... .164
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .577
Leaks, Fluid .............................118
Life Of Tires ............................ .562
Liftgate .................................48
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ...............312
Light Bulbs ..........................118,718
Lights ..............................118,165
AirBag ........................87, 116, 328
Automatic Headlights ....................166
Back-Up ............................. .723
Battery Saver ......................... .174
Brake Assist Warning ....................530
Brake Warning ........................ .329
Bulb Replacement ....................718, 720
Cruise ........................... .357, 358
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