Jeep Cherokee (KL): Fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts
CAUTION!Engine
Component
Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant
We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of
FCA Standard
MS.90032.
Engine Oil - 2.4L
Engine
We recommend you use SAE 0W-20 API Certified Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of
FCA US Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell
Helix. Refer to
your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil - 3.2L
Engine
We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of
FCA US Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell
Helix. Refer to
your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter
We recommend you use a MOPAR Engine Oil Filter.
Spark Plugs
We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection - 2.4L
Flex Fuel (E-85)
Engines
87 Octane, Up To 85% Ethanol
Fuel Selection - 2.4L
and 3.2L Engines
87 Octane, 0-15% Ethanol.
Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any "globally compatible" coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, the cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
Chassis
Component | Fluid, 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. |
Other materials:
Brake System. Automatic Transmission. Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
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 f ...