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Jeep Cherokee Transmission Fluid
The correct transmission fluid for the Jeep Cherokee, how much it takes, how often to change it, and how to check the level.
Quick answer
The Jeep Cherokee typically uses Mopar ZF 9-speed ATF (ZF Lifeguard 9). Refill capacity on a drain-and-fill is ≈ 4–5 qt drain-and-fill, with a common change interval of ~60,000 mi severe; confirm in manual. Dipstick: No. The KL Cherokee's 9-speed uses a specific ZF 9-speed ATF — not ATF+4.
Fluid specifications
- Recommended fluid
- Mopar ZF 9-speed ATF (ZF Lifeguard 9)
- Transmission
- 9-speed automatic (948TE / ZF 9HP)
- Refill capacity
- ≈ 4–5 qt drain-and-fill
- Change interval
- ~60,000 mi severe; confirm in manual
- Dipstick
- No
- Applies to
- 2014–2023 (KL)
Figures are general guidance for the Jeep Cherokee. Always confirm the exact fluid spec and capacity for your model year in the owner's manual before servicing.
How to check it
Because the Jeep Cherokee is sealed, the fluid is checked from underneath at the fill/level plug with the vehicle level and the fluid at a specified temperature. See our step-by-step guides:
Frequently asked questions
What type of transmission fluid does the Jeep Cherokee use?+
The Jeep Cherokee typically uses Mopar ZF 9-speed ATF (ZF Lifeguard 9). Always confirm the exact specification for your model year in the owner's manual before topping up or changing fluid — using the wrong fluid can damage the transmission.
Does the Jeep Cherokee have a transmission dipstick?+
Most Jeep Cherokee models are sealed and do not have a transmission dipstick, so the fluid is checked from a fill/level plug at a specified temperature.
How often should Jeep Cherokee transmission fluid be changed?+
A common interval for the Jeep Cherokee is ~60,000 mi severe; confirm in manual. Severe service — towing, heat, stop-and-go — shortens that. Follow your owner's manual for the definitive schedule.
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