JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2008 WK / 3.G Owners Manual

EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS Ð IF EQUIPPED
If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, there will be
one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the
vehicle. The rear hook will be located on the driver's side
of the vehicle.
NOTE:For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of
damage to the vehicle.CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a
vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for
tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could
damage your vehicle.
WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks.
Tow straps and chains may break, causing serious
injury.
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
2WD Models Only
Provided the transmission is operable, tow only in N
(Neutral) at speeds not exceeding 30 mph (48 km/h), for
distances of not more than 15 miles (24 km). Towing at
more than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 15 miles
(24 km) can cause severe transmission damage. If the
transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km), remove the driveshaft or tow with all four
wheelsOFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow
the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle
raised and the other end on a towing dolly.
4WD Models Only
The manufacturer recommends towing with all four
wheelsOFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow
the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle
raised and the other end on a towing dolly.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mEngine Compartment ± 3.7L...............386
mEngine Compartment ± 4.7L...............387
mEngine Compartment ± 5.7L...............388
mEngine Compartment ± 3.0L Diesel..........389
mOnboard Diagnostic System Ð OBD II........390
NLoose Fuel Filler Cap Message............391
mEmissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................391
mReplacement Parts......................393mDealer Service.........................393
mMaintenance Procedures..................394
NEngine Oil..........................394
NDrive Belts Ð Check Condition And Tension . . 398
NSpark Plugs.........................398
NSpark Plug Wires.....................398
NEngine Air Cleaner Filter................398
NCatalytic Converter....................399
NCrankcase Emission Control System........400
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NMaintenance-Free Battery................401
NAir Conditioner Maintenance.............402
NPower Steering Fluid Check..............403
NBody Lubrication.....................405
NWindshield Wiper Blades................405
NWindshield Washers Ð Front And Rear.....405
NExhaust System......................406
NCooling System.......................407
NHoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......412
NFuel System Connections................412
NBrake System........................413
NFront/Rear Axle Fluid..................415
NTransfer Case........................416NAutomatic Transmission................417
NMaintenance After Off-Road Driving........420
NAppearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................421
mFuse Panel...........................426
NInterior Fuses........................426
NUnderhood Fuses (Power Distribution
Center)............................429
NUnderhood Fuses (Integrated Power
Module)............................432
mVehicle Storage........................433
mReplacement Bulbs......................434
mBulb Replacement......................435
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NHigh Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) Ð
If Equipped.........................435
NHead Light..........................436
NFront Turn Signal.....................437
NFront Fog Light......................437
NRear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Back-Up
Lights.............................438NCenter High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . 439
mFluids And Capacities...................440
mFluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts........441
NEngine.............................441
NChassis............................442
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT ± 3.7L
386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE COMPARTMENT ± 4.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT ± 5.7L
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE COMPARTMENT ± 3.0L DIESEL
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM Ð OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the ªMalfunction Indicator Light.º It will
also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your dealer for service as soon as
possible.CAUTION!
²Prolonged driving with the ªMalfunction Indica-
tor Lightº on could cause further damage to the
emission control system. It could also affect fuel
economy and driveability. The vehicle must be
serviced before any emissions tests can be per-
formed.
²If the ªMalfunction Indicator Lightº is flashing
while the engine is running, severe catalytic con-
verter damage and power loss will soon occur.
Immediate service is required.
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