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.
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited, RWDFACTORY 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 | Overhaul | 8.90 QTS. | 8.42 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON IIE or MERCON | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Service Fill | 3.50 QTS. | 3.31 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON IIE or MERCON | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Fill to line on reservoir. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front,181 FBI | 1.60 QTS. | 1.51 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,8 1/4" Axle | 2.20 QTS. | 2.08 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil | For trailer towing applications use a SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant in rear axle. Models equipped with 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 Oil | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | API - SAE 10W-30 | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | 20.00 GALS. | 75.7 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 3.30 QTS. | 3.12 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 | |||
| 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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