Adding fluid, Drain, Selection of lubricant – Jeep 2013 Grand Cherokee User Manual

Page 638: Automatic transmission

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Adding Fluid

Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole,
when the vehicle is in a level position.

Drain

First remove fill plug, then remove drain plug. Recom-
mended tightening torque for drain and fill plugs is 15 to
25 ft lbs (20 to 34 N·m).

CAUTION!

When installing plugs, do not overtighten. You could
damage them and cause them to leak.

Selection Of Lubricant

Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer
to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintain-
ing Your Vehicle” for further information.

Automatic Transmission

Selection Of Lubricant

It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fluid specifications. It is
important to maintain the transmission fluid at the
correct level using the recommended fluid.

NOTE:

No chemical flushes should be used in any

transmission; only the approved lubricant should be
used.

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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