Where is the transmission fluid located on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
It is the one with a yellow handle near the firewall of the Jeep, sticking up higher than the valve cover. Grab the handle and pull straight up slowly until the entire dipstick is in view.
How to put transmission fluid in a Jeep Cherokee?
Place a funnel over the tube where the dipstick is housed and slowly pour transmission fluid, allowing it to flow into the fluid well. Repeat the process by adding more fluid and checking the dipstick until it reaches the “HOT” arrow.
How often should you check your transmission fluid?
Transmission fluid must be checked every week to keep your Jeep Cherokee running properly; it adds lubrication to the transmission and allows your Jeep to switch gears safely.
What should the fluid level be on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Usage of other fluids/lubricants is not recommended. NOTE: The fluid full level on the NV146 is 25-35 MM (0.98-1.38 In.) below the bottom of the fill plug. This is different from the other Grand Cherokee applications. It is important that the transfer case not be overfilled and that the correct fluid is used.
How do you put transmission fluid in a dipstick?
Place a funnel into the dipstick tube and pour in automatic transmission fluid. When you are done pouring, allow the funnel to remain there for a minute or two to ensure all of it goes into the transmission.
How do you add transmission fluid to a Jeep Cherokee?
If the transmission fluid level on your 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 do you check the transmission fluid level?
The process is simple and straightforward. The best time to check the transmission fluid level is after the vehicle has warmed up, with the engine idling and the transmission in Neutral with the parking brake set.
Place a funnel into the dipstick tube and pour in automatic transmission fluid. When you are done pouring, allow the funnel to remain there for a minute or two to ensure all of it goes into the transmission.
Where is the oil dipstick on a Jeep Cherokee?
Move the latch under the partially open hood to the left and lift up. Set the hood brace to keep the hood up and double-check that it is secure. Remove the transmission’s oil dipstick. It is the one with a yellow handle near the firewall of the Jeep, sticking up higher than the valve cover.