2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual - Page 640

638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your authorized dealer immediately. Severe transmission damage may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately. Fluid Level Check - 5.7L Engine 3. Fully apply the parking brake, and press the brake pedal. 4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear position (allowing time for the transmission to fully engage in each position), ending with the shift lever in PARK. 5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until seated. It is best to check the fluid level when the transmission is at normal operating temperature (approximately 180°F / 6. Remove the dipstick again, and note the fluid level on 82°C). This occurs after at least 15 miles (25 km) of both sides. The fluid level reading is only valid if there driving. At normal operating temperature the fluid canis a solid coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick. not be held comfortably between the fingertips. The holes in the dipstick will be full of fluid if the actual level is at or above the hole. The fluid level Use the following procedure to check the fluid level should be between the ЉHOTЉ (upper) reference holes properly: on the dipstick at normal operating temperature. If the 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. fluid level is low, add fluid through the dipstick tube to bring it to the proper level. Do not overfill. 2. Run the engine at idle speed and normal operating temperature.