check transmission fluid JEEP WRANGLER 2004 TJ / 2.G Owners Manual

Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter. Do
not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake
fluid as seal damage will result.
Automatic Transmission
Selection of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-
mance. Use only manufacturer's recommended transmis-
sion fluid, refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. It is important that
the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed
level using the recommended fluid.
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. Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer's recommended fluid will result in
more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts for correct fluid type.
Fluid Level Check Ð 42RLE
This fluid level should be checked when the engine is
fully warmed up and the fluid in the transmission is
heated to its normal operating temperature. Operation of
the transmission with an improper fluid level will greatly
reduce the life of the transmission and of the fluid.
To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly,
the following procedure must be used:
1. The vehicle must be on level ground.
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2. The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a
minimum of 60 seconds.
3. Fully apply parking brake.
4. Apply the brakes and shift the transmission into P
(Park).
5. The fluidMUSTbe checked with the transmission in
P (Park) to be sure that the fluid level is accurate.
6. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated.
Remove dipstick and note reading.
At normal operating temperature (approximately 180É F
(82É C), the fluid level is correct if it is in the HOT region
(cross-hatched area) on the oil level indicator. The fluid
level indicator should be in the COLD region at 70É F (21É
C) fluid temperature.
If the fluid level is low, add sufficient fluid to bring to the
proper level. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants
and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Fluid is added through the dipstick tube.NOTE:To prevent dirt and water from entering the
transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make
certain that the dipstick cap is properly reseated.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives to the transmission. The only
exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in
detecting fluid leaks. The use of transmission sealers
should be avoided as they may adversely affect seals.
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Ð Manual Transmission
The clutch hydraulic system is a sealed maintenance free
system. In the event of leakage or other malfunction, the
system must be replaced.
Manual Transmission
Selection of Lubricant
Use only manufacturer's recommended manual trans-
mission fluid, refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants,
and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
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NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule ªB.º
Second is ScheduleªAº. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule ªB.º
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
²
Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
²Check the windshield washer solvent, add as required.
Once a Month
²
Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission, and add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
²
Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect brake hoses.
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
²Inspect manual transmission fluid level Ð if
equipped.
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About Your Brakes...................... 177
Add-A-Trunk........................... 65
Adding Washer Fluid.................... 155
Air Cleaner, Engine..................... 234
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 235
Air Conditioning....................... 151
Air Conditioning Controls................ 152
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 154
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 236
Air Filter............................. 234
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 192
Airbag................................ 22
Airbag Deployment...................... 27
Airbag Light........................29,118
Airbag Maintenance...................... 29
Airbag On/Off Switch.................... 26
Alignment and Balance.................. 195
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 147
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 258
Anti-Lock Brake System.................. 179
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 119
Appearance Care....................... 248Ashtray............................... 62
Ashtrays and Lighter..................... 62
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 46
Automatic Transmission...............165,245
Adding Fluid........................ 246
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 245
Fluid Level Check..................... 245
Fluid Type.......................... 245
Gear Ranges......................... 166
Shifting............................ 165
Special Additives..................... 246
Torque Converter..................... 170
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet................. 63
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 63
Battery............................... 234
Emergency Starting.................... 216
Voltmeter........................... 116
Belts, Drive........................... 231
Belts, Seat............................. 17
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 237
Brake System.......................... 243
Anti-Lock........................... 179
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Hoses.............................. 243
Master Cylinder...................... 244
Parking............................ 175
Warning Light....................... 119
Brakes............................... 177
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 166
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 39
Bulb Replacement...................... 257
Calibration, Compass..................... 47
Capacities, Fluid....................... 258
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 200
Power Steering....................... 236
Car Washes........................... 249
Carpeting............................. 252
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 148
Cassette Tape Player.........126,130,132,140,142
Catalytic Converter..................... 232
Caution, Exhaust Gas..................... 40
CD Changer........................133,138
CD Player......................128,135,137
CD Player Maintenance.................. 149Cellular Phone......................... 149
Chains, Tire........................... 196
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 213
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 185
Check Engine Light..................... 118
Child Restraint.....................29,33,36
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 33
Cigar Lighter........................... 62
Climate Control........................ 149
Clock................................ 120
Clutch Interlocking Ignition System......160,165
Compact Disc Maintenance............... 149
Compact Disc Player.................... 140
Compass.............................. 46
Compass Calibration..................... 47
Compass Variance....................... 48
Console............................... 65
Console, Floor.......................... 65
Contract, Service....................... 282
Converter, Catalytic..................... 232
Cooling System........................ 239
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 241
Coolant Capacity..................... 258
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Coolant Temperature Gauge............. 118
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.............. 117
Jacking............................. 211
Jump Starting........................ 216
Emission Control System Maintenance....226,262
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 234
Block Heater......................... 162
Break-In Recommendations............... 39
Compartment........................ 224
Exhaust Gas Caution................... 40
Fails to Start......................... 161
Flooded, Starting..................... 161
Fuel Requirements.................197,258
Jump Starting........................ 216
Oil .............................228,258
Oil Disposal......................... 231
Oil Filter............................ 231
Oil Pressure Gauge.................... 117
Oil Selection......................... 258
Overheating......................... 210
Starting............................ 160
Temperature Gauge.................... 118Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................ 230
Entry System, Illuminated................. 15
Exhaust Gas Caution..................... 40
Exhaust System........................ 238
Extender, Seat Belt....................... 21
Exterior Finish Care..................... 249
Fabric Care........................250,252
Fabric Top............................ 250
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 234
Engine Fuel......................... 234
Engine Oil.......................... 231
Finish Care........................... 249
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 210
Turn Signal.......................... 116
Flooded Engine Starting.................. 161
Fluid Capacities........................ 258
Fluid Level Checks...................... 248
Automatic Transmission................ 245
Engine Oil.......................... 228
Manual Transmission.................. 247
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Daytime Running...................... 58
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 57
Fog ................................ 58
Headlight Switch...................... 57
High Beam.......................... 117
High Beam Indicator................... 117
Instrument Cluster..................... 57
Interior.............................. 56
Lights On Reminder.................... 57
Low Fuel........................... 120
Passing............................. 57
Seat Belt Reminder.................... 117
Sentry Key.......................... 116
Turn Signal........................58,116
Upshift Indicator...................... 117
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 116
Loading Vehicle
Tires ............................... 188
Locks................................ 15
Door............................... 15
Steering Wheel........................ 14
Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren (LATCH)...................... 33Lubrication, Body....................... 237
Lug Nuts............................. 215
Maintenance, Airbag..................... 29
Maintenance Free Battery................. 234
Maintenance Procedures.................. 228
Maintenance Schedule................... 262
Schedule9A9......................... 274
Schedule9B9......................... 265
Maintenance Schedules.................. 262
Malfunction Indicator Light............ 118,226
Manual, Service........................ 285
Manual Transmission.................163,246
Fluid Level Check..................... 247
Lubricant Selection.................... 246
Shift Speeds......................... 164
Master Cylinder........................ 244
Mirrors............................... 46
Automatic Dimming.................... 46
Compass/Temperature.................. 46
Outside............................. 49
Rearview............................ 46
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 8
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