Jeep 2008 Grand Cherokee User Manual

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant Mopart Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy-
brid Organic Additive Technology)
Engine Oil (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L Engines) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil
filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil (3.0L Diesel Engine)
Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Low Ash Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-11106, Mercedes
Benz MB 229.31 or 229.51, and ACEA C3 qualified engine oils.
Oil Filter (3.7/4.7/5.7L Gasoline Engines) Mopart Oil Filter (P/N 05281090)
Oil Filter (3.0L Diesel Engine) Mopart Oil Filter (P/N 05175571AA)
Spark Plugs (3.7L Engine) ZFR6F-11G (Gap 0.043”)
Spark Plugs (4.7L Engine) Upper Bank — FR8TE2 (Gap 0.040”) Lower Bank — FR8T1332 (Gap
0.050”)
Spark Plugs (5.7L Engine) REC14MCC4 (Gap 0.043”)
Fuel Selection (3.7L and 4.7L Engines) 87 Octane
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Jeep 2008 Grand Cherokee Specifications

General

Brand	Jeep
Model	2008 Grand Cherokee
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

INTRODUCTION

Rollover Warning

Warns about the higher rollover risk of utility vehicles and safe driving practices.

Warnings And Cautions

Details warnings against operating procedures that could cause accidents or injury.

A Word About Your Keys

Explains the keyless ignition system and its components.

Occupant Restraints

Covers the importance and proper use of seat belts and airbags for passenger safety.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Sentry Key

Describes the Sentry Key Immobilizer System for preventing unauthorized vehicle operation.

Remote Keyless Entry

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™) — If Equipped

Electronic Brake Control System

Describes ABS, TCS, BAS, ERM, and ESP for enhanced vehicle stability and control.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Instrument Cluster

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION

STARTING AND OPERATING

Starting Procedure

Outlines essential steps for safely starting the vehicle before driving.

Automatic Transmission

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION

Details operation and precautions for Quadra-Trac I and II systems in various modes.

OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS

Tires — General Information

Fuel Requirements

TRAILER TOWING

Provides essential safety tips and information for towing a trailer with the vehicle.

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS

Provides steps to take when the engine overheats to prevent damage.

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING

Details safety warnings and instructions for using the jack and changing a tire.

JUMP STARTING

Offers crucial safety warnings and step-by-step instructions for jump starting a vehicle.

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II

Explains the function of the OBD II system and the Malfunction Indicator Light.

Maintenance Procedures

Cooling System

Brake System

Stresses the importance of inspecting brake components and warns against riding the brakes.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — GASOLINE ENGINES

Required Maintenance Intervals

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES — DIESEL ENGINE

Schedule "B" — Diesel Engine

Details the maintenance schedule for diesel engines used under severe operating conditions.