2008 jeep grand cherokee transmission fluid capacity

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1. Getting Started - Prepare for the repair

2. Open the Hood - How to pop the hood and prop it open

3. Remove Dipstick - Access point for transmission fluid

4. Add Fluid - Determine correct fluid type and add fluid

5. Replace Dipstick - Put the dipstick / cap back in place

6. More Info. - Additional information on adding trans. fluid

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This video shows you how to add transmission fluid to your 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Before adding transmission fluid, make sure that your engine was running when you checked the fluid level. If the transmission fluid level on your Grand Cherokee is low, you need to add fluid through the dipstick tube. Jeep has been developed sophisticated transmissions through years and it is critical that you add the exact type of transmission fluid stipulated by your owner's manual (typically in the back of the manual in a section titled Fluid Capacities.) When adding transmission fluid to your Grand Cherokee, be sure to add it slowly as the transmission fluid capacity is reached quickly and it is difficult to remove excess fluid if you overfill.

If you are having problems with the transmission in your Grand Cherokee, such as clunky shifting or hesitation, check the fluid level first - it is amazing how many drivers pay thousands of dollars for transmission work when a half quart of transmission fluid would have fixed the problem.

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Maintenance Schedule

The following intervals are based on the assumption that you will be doing the service work yourself, as opposed to paying to have the work done. These are our recommended minimum maintenance intervals for vehicles that are driven daily, and in many cases are shorter than the factory’s recommendations. Because frequent maintenance enhances the efficiency, performance and resale value of your Jeep, we encourage you to follow our schedule. If you drive in dusty areas, tow a trailer, idle or drive at low speeds for extended periods, or drive for short periods (less than four miles at a time) in below freezing temperatures, even smaller intervals are recommended.

When the vehicle is new, follow the maintenance schedule to the letter, record it in your owner’s manual and keep all receipts to protect the warranty and resale value. In many cases the initial maintenance check is done by the dealer at no cost (check with the service department when you buy the truck for more information).

Every 250 miles or weekly, whichever comes first

• Check the engine oil level
• Check the engine coolant level
• Check the brake fluid level
• Check the power steering fluid level
• Check the windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tires and tire pressures
• Check the operation of all lights
• Check the horn operation

Every 6,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first

All items listed above, plus: 

• Change the engine oil and filter*
• Check the wiper blade condition
• Check and clean the battery and terminals
• Rotate the tires
• Check the seat belts
• Inspect underhood hoses
• Check the cooling system hoses and connections for leaks and damage
• Check the brake hoses
• Check the suspension, steering components and driveaxle boots
• Check the exhaust pipes and hangers

Every 15,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first

All items listed above, plus: 

• Check the brake system*
• Check the drivebelts and replace if necessary
• Check the fuel system hoses and connections for leaks and damage
• Check the transfer case lubricant level
• Check the differential lubricant level

Every 30,000 miles or 24 months, whichever comes first

All items listed above, plus: 

• Change the brake fluid
• Replace the air filter element
• Replace the spark plugs
• Check the ignition coils

Every 60,000 miles or 48 months, whichever comes first

All items listed above, plus: 

• Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve

Every 72,000 miles

• Change the transfer case lubricant
• Change the differential lubricant

Every 60 months (regardless of mileage)

• Service the cooling system (drain, flush and refill)

Every 100,000 miles

• Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter**

* Perform all maintenance indicated with an asterisk (*) at 3000 mile/3 month intervals if operated under "severe" conditions. Severe conditions include the following: 

• Operating often in dusty areas (dirt roads or off-road)
• Idling for extended periods and/or low speed operation
• Mostly short trips (less than 4 miles) when outside temperatures remain below freezing
• If most of your driving is at freeway speed in temperatures above 90-degrees F (32-degrees C) 

** If operated under one or more of the following conditions, change the or automatic transmission fluid lubricant every 30,000 miles:

• In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature is regularly above 90-degrees F (32-degrees C)
• In hilly or mountainous terrain 
• Frequent trailer towing

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