oil level JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED 2019 Owners Manual

withcaution and maintain a steady controlled speed less than
5 mph (8 km/h) in deep water to minimize wave effects.
Flowing Water
If the water is swift flowing and rising (as in storm run-off),
avoid crossing until the water level recedes and/or the
flow rate is reduced. If you must cross flowing water avoid
depths in excess of 9 inches (23 cm). The flowing water can
erode the streambed, causing your vehicle to sink into
deeper water. Determine exit point(s) that are downstream
of your entry point to allow for drifting.
Standing Water
Avoid driving in standing water deeper than 20 inches
(51 cm), and reduce speed appropriately to minimize wave
effects. Maximum speed in 20 inches (51 cm) of water is
less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Maintenance
After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle
fluids and lubricants (engine oil, transmission oil, axle,
transfer case) to assure the fluids have not been contami-
nated. Contaminated fluid (milky, foamy in appearance)
should be flushed/changed as soon as possible to prevent
component damage.
Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
In heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additional
control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low
gear and shift the transfer case to 4WD LOW if necessary.
Refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation” in “Starting and
Operating” for further information. Do not shift to a lower
gear than necessary to maintain forward motion. Over-
revving the engine can spin the wheels and traction will be
lost.
Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads, because
engine braking may cause skidding and loss of control.
Hill Climbing
NOTE: Before attempting to climb a hill, determine the
conditions at the crest and/or on the other side.
Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a
lower gear and shift the transfer case to 4WD LOW. Use
first gear and 4WD LOW for very steep hills.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Scheduled Servicing — Gasoline Engine
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that service
is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as
frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold
ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence
when the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed.
Severe operating conditions can cause the change oil
message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km)
since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
for fleet customers. Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) or 350 hours of
engine run time if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and
off-road environment, or is operated predominantly at idle
or only very low engine RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is
considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•
Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Maintenance Plan
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Plans on the following pages for
required maintenance.
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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.

Rear Axle Fluid Level Check
The rear axle oil level needs to be no lower than 1/8 inch
(3 mm) below the bottom of the fill hole.
The rear axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to 22
to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m).

Automatic Dimming Mirror....................66
Automatic Door Locks .....................41, 42
Automatic Headlights ........................74
Automatic High Beams .......................73
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............93
Automatic Transmission ..................253, 264
Adding Fluid .......................... .469
Fluid And Filter Change ...................469
Fluid Change .......................... .469
Fluid Level Check .....................468, 469
Fluid Type ......................... .468, 508
Gear Ranges ........................... .266
Special Additives ........................ .468
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ........270
Auto Up Power Windows .....................97
Auxiliary Driving Systems ....................181
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........125
Auxiliary Power Outlet ..................... .125
Axle Fluid .............................. .508
Battery .............................. .150, 445
Charging System Light ................... .150
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................22
Battery Saver Feature .........................76
Belts, Seat ............................... .246Blind Spot Monitoring
.......................181
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................455
B-Pillar Location .......................... .476
Brake Assist System ........................ .168
Brake Control System, Electronic ................167
Brake Fluid .......................... .467, 508
Brake System ......................... .467, 499
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .499
Fluid Check ........................... .467
Master Cylinder ........................ .467
Parking .............................. .260
Warning Light .......................... .149
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................263
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Recommendations, New Vehicle ..........259
Bulb Replacement ......................... .398
Bulbs, Light ............................. .248
Camera, Rear ............................ .357
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .505
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .424
Oil (Engine) ........................ .442, 447
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................465
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................245, 504
Cargo Area Cover .......................111,112
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Cybersecurity............................ .512
Daytime Running Lights ......................72
Dealer Service ............................ .445
Defroster, Windshield ....................... .246
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................161
Dimmer Control Switch .......................79
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................... .444
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................430
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................465
Do Not Disturb ........................... .595
Door Ajar ............................ .150, 152
Door Ajar Light ....................... .150, 152
Door Locks Automatic ........................... .41, 42
Drag And Drop Menu .......................511
Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt ........................43
Driving ................................. .382
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) .........565
Economy (Fuel) Mode .......................264
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .........125
Electric Brake Control System ..................167 Anti-Lock Brake System
................... .166
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...............171, 174
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................68
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........291
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............171
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........151
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................428
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................392
Jacking ........................... .413, 470
Jump Starting .......................... .421
Tow Hooks ............................ .432
Emission Control System Maintenance ............163
Engine ................................. .442
Air Cleaner ............................ .448
Block Heater ........................... .258
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Recommendations ................ .259
Checking Oil Level .......................444
Compartment ....................... .442, 443
Compartment Identification ..............442, 443
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .506
Cooling .............................. .462
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. .245, 504
Fails To Start ........................... .257
Flooded, Starting ........................ .257
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Fuel Requirements....................... .501
Jump Starting .......................... .421
Oil ........................... .446, 505, 506
Oil Filler Cap ....................... .442, 447
Oil Filter .............................. .448
Oil Reset ............................. .138
Oil Selection ........................ .446, 505
Oil Synthetic ........................... .447
Overheating ........................... .425
Starting ........................... .253, 254
Engine Oil Viscosity .....................446, 447
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart .................446, 447
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........222, 433
Ethanol ................................. .502
Exhaust Gas Cautions ................... .245, 504
Exhaust System ....................... .245, 460
Exterior Lights ......................... .71, 248
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .448
Air Conditioning .................. .95, 448, 451
Engine Oil ......................... .448, 506
Engine Oil Disposal .......................448
Flashers ................................ .392
Hazard Warning ........................ .392Turn Signals
.....................160, 248, 401
Flash-To-Pass ..............................73
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .257
Fluid, Brake ............................. .508
Fluid Capacities ........................... .505
Fluid Leaks .............................. .248
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................ .467
Fluids And Lubricants .......................506
Fog Lights ................................75
Fold-Flat Seats .............................43
Forward Collision Warning ....................189
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................392
Four Wheel

Drive .......................273, 285
Operation ............................. .273
System ............................... .273
Four Wheel Drive Operation ..................273
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .428
Front Axle (Differential) ..................... .469
Fuel ................................... .501
Adding .............................. .359
Additives ............................. .502
Clean Air ............................. .502
Economy Mode ......................... .264
Ethanol .............................. .502
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