FLUID CAPACITIES

Application

⁽¹⁾ Quantity

Crankcase ⁽²⁾

2.5L

4.0 Qts. (3.8L)

4.0L & 4.7L

6.0 Qts. (5.7L)

Cooling System

Cherokee

2.5L

⁽³⁾10.0 Qts. (9.5L)

4.0L

⁽⁴⁾12.0 Qts. (11.4L)

Grand Cherokee

4.0L & 4.7L

⁽³⁾13.0 Qts. (12.3L)

Wrangler

2.5L

9.0 Qts. (8.5L)

4.0L

10.5 Qts. (9.9L)

Automatic Transmission ⁽⁵⁾

Cherokee

AW4 ⁽⁶⁾

8.2 Qts. (7.8L)

30RH ⁽⁶⁾

5.0 Qts. (4.7L)

Grand Cherokee

42RE ⁽⁶⁾

9.6-10.0 Qts. (9.1-9.5L)

45RFE ⁽⁶⁾

14 Qts. (13.3L)

Wrangler

30RH ⁽⁶⁾

5.0 Qts. (4.7L)

32RH ⁽⁶⁾

6.7 Qts. (6.3L)

Manual Transmission ⁽⁷⁾

Cherokee

AX-5 (2WD) ⁽⁶⁾

3.7 Qts. (3.5L)

AX-5 (4WD) ⁽⁶⁾

3.5 Qts. (3.3L)

AX-15 ⁽⁸⁾

3.3 Qts. (3.1L)

NV3550 ⁽⁹⁾

2.4 Qts. (2.3L)

Wrangler

AX-5 ⁽⁶⁾ & AX-15 ⁽⁸⁾

3.3 Qts. (3.1L)

NV3550 ⁽⁹⁾

2.4 Qts. (2.3L)

Axles

Front ⁽¹⁰⁾

Cherokee

Model 181 FBI

3.1 Pts. (1.5L)

Model 186 FBI

2.5 Pts. (1.2L)

Wrangler (Model 181 FBI)

2.5 Pts. (1.2L)

Grand Cherokee (Model 186 FBI) ⁽¹¹⁾

2.5 Pts. (1.2L)

Rear

Cherokee

Model 8 1/4 ⁽¹²⁾

4.4 Pts. (2.1L)

Model 194 ⁽¹³⁾

3.5 Pts. (1.7L)

Grand Cherokee

198 RBI ⁽¹⁴⁾⁽¹⁵⁾

3.5 Pts. (1.7L)

226 RBA ⁽¹⁵⁾⁽¹⁶⁾

4.8 Pts. (2.3L)

Wrangler ⁽¹²⁾

Model 194 RBI

3.5 Pts. (1.7L)

Model 216 RBI

4.0 Pts. (1.9L)

Power Steering

⁽¹⁷⁾

Transfer Case (Dexron-II Or ATF Plus)

Cherokee

Command-Trac 231

2.2 Pts. (1.0L)

Select-Trac 242

2.9 Pts. (1.3L)

Grand Cherokee

242 NVG

3.0 Pts. (1.4L)

247 NVG

3.4 Pts. (1.6L)

Wrangler

Command-Trac 231

2.2 Pts. (1.0L)

⁽¹⁾	Fluid capacities listed are approximate.

⁽²⁾	Includes oil filter. Use 10W-30 (preferred) or 5W-30.

⁽³⁾	Includes 2.3 qts. (2.2L) for coolant recovery tank.

⁽⁴⁾	Includes 1.0 qt. (0.9L) for coolant recovery tank.

⁽⁵⁾	Dry fill specification. For fluid/filter change, initally add 1.5 qts. (1.4L). For overhaul, initally add 6 qts. (5.7L).

⁽⁶⁾	Mopar ATF +3, Type 7176 fluid only.

⁽⁷⁾	Dry fill specification.

⁽⁸⁾	Use SAE 75W-90 API GL-3.

⁽⁹⁾	Use Mopar® transmission lubricant P/N 4761526.

⁽¹⁰⁾	Use SAE 80W-90 API GL-5. For heavy-duty or trailer tow, use synthetic 75W-140.

⁽¹¹⁾	With Vari-Lok, add 2.4 ounces of friction modifier.

⁽¹²⁾	Use SAE 80W-90 API GL-5. With Trac-Lok, add 4.0 ounces of friction modifier.

⁽¹³⁾	Use SAE 80W-90 API GL-5. For heavy-duty or trailer tow, use synthetic 75W-90. With Trac-Lok, add 3.5 ounces of friction modifier.

⁽¹⁴⁾	With Vari-Lok, capacity is 3.76 pts. (1.78L). Also, add 3 ounces of friction modifier.

⁽¹⁵⁾	With Trac-Lok, add 4 ounces of friction modifier.

⁽¹⁶⁾	With Vari-Lok, add 4 ounces friction modifier

⁽¹⁷⁾	Use only Mopar® power steering fluid. DO NOT use automatic transmission fluid.

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.

Safety Warning

Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications: Capacities

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When to See a Mechanic

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Safety Warning

Engine Controls - Service &amp; Adjustment Specifications: Capacities

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic

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Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications: Capacities