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.
2000 Jeep Cherokee Limited, 2D PickupFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.00 OZS. | 0.17 L | PAG 100 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.25 LBS. | 0.56 KG | R-134a | For further details see "Air conditioner specification label". | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.5L Eng | 4.93 QTS. | 4.66 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid Plus 4 or Automatic Transmission Fluid Plus 4 Type MS9602 | DEXRON II is not recommended. Clutch chatter can result from use of improper fluid. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Fill to line on reservoir. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 3.00 PTS. | 1.41 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Fuel Efficient Gear Oil | Models with Class III Hitch Trailer Towing Pkg. use SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant in the rear axle. Models equipped w/TRAC-LOK require an additive. | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,w/Chrysler Axle | 4.40 PTS. | 2.08 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Fuel Efficient Gear Oil | Models with Class III Hitch Trailer Towing Pkg. use SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant in the rear axle. Models equipped w/TRAC-LOK require an additive. | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,w/Dana Axle | 3.40 PTS. | 1.6 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Fuel Efficient Gear Oil | Models with Class III Hitch Trailer Towing Pkg. use SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant in the rear axle. Models equipped w/TRAC-LOK require an additive. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 12.00 QTS. | 11.35 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water | Includes: 2.3 qts. for the engine coolant recovery tank. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 2.5L Eng | 10.00 QTS. | 9.46 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water | Includes: 2.3 qts. for the engine coolant recovery tank. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.5L Eng | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 L | API - SAE 10W-30 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | API - SAE 10W-30 | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | 20.00 GALS. | 75.7 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.5L Eng,RWD | 3.70 QTS. | 3.5 L | API - GL-3, SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil | Fill to the level of the filler plug hole. | S | |
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Power Steering Fluid | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | w/Command-Trac | 2.20 PTS. | 1.04 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III or MERCON | S | ||
| Transfer Case Fluid | w/Select-Trac | 2.85 PTS. | 1.34 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III or MERCON | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Windshield Antifreeze | Not radiator antifreeze. For further details see "Air conditioner specification label". | 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.
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