Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1983 Jeep Cherokee Base, 5.9 N, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | N/A | N/A | R-12 | For further details see "Air conditioner specification label". | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 5.9L Eng | 17.00 PTS. | 8.04 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 5.9L Eng | 14.00 QTS. | 13.24 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 5.9L Eng | 5.00 QTS. | 4.73 L | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 or 10W-40 (Above 0Deg.F), 20W-40 (Above 32Deg.F) | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 20.30 GALS. | 76.84 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 5.9L Eng | 3.50 PTS. | 1.65 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | AMC/JEEP/RENAULT Power Steering Fluid | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 6.00 PTS. | 2.83 L | S | ||||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.