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Jeep Grand Cherokee Transmission Fluid
The correct transmission fluid for the Jeep Grand Cherokee, how much it takes, how often to change it, and how to check the level.
Quick answer
The Jeep Grand Cherokee typically uses ATF+4 (pre-2014) — or Mopar ZF 8&9-speed ATF (2014+ 8-speed). Refill capacity on a drain-and-fill is ≈ 4–7 qt drain-and-fill, with a common change interval of ~60,000 mi severe; ZF units are often serviced less often. Dipstick: No. 2014+ Grand Cherokees use a ZF 8-speed with ZF ATF (Mopar 68157995); earlier models use ATF+4.
Fluid specifications
- Recommended fluid
- ATF+4 (pre-2014) — or Mopar ZF 8&9-speed ATF (2014+ 8-speed)
- Transmission
- ≤6-speed (pre-2014) or ZF 8-speed (2014+)
- Refill capacity
- ≈ 4–7 qt drain-and-fill
- Change interval
- ~60,000 mi severe; ZF units are often serviced less often
- Dipstick
- No
- Applies to
- 1999–present
Figures are general guidance for the Jeep Grand 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 Grand 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 Grand Cherokee use?+
The Jeep Grand Cherokee typically uses ATF+4 (pre-2014) — or Mopar ZF 8&9-speed ATF (2014+ 8-speed). 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 Grand Cherokee have a transmission dipstick?+
Most Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee transmission fluid be changed?+
A common interval for the Jeep Grand Cherokee is ~60,000 mi severe; ZF units are often serviced less often. Severe service — towing, heat, stop-and-go — shortens that. Follow your owner's manual for the definitive schedule.
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