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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, AWD

Oil Consumption Test

2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, AWDSECTION Oil Consumption Test
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
  1. Check the oil level at least 15 minutes after a hot shutdown.
  2. If the oil level is low, top off with the proper viscosity and API service level engine oil. Add one bottle of Mopar® 4-In-1 Leak Detection Dye into the engine oil.
  3. Tamper proof the oil pan drain plug, oil filter, dipstick and oil fill cap.
  4. Record the vehicle mileage.
  5. Instruct the customer to drive the vehicle as usual.
  6. Ask the customer to return to the servicing dealer after accumulating 500 miles, Check the oil level at least 15 minutes after a hot shutdown. If the oil level is half way between the "FULL" and "ADD" mark continue with the next step.
  7. Using a black light, recheck for any external engine oil leaks, repair as necessary, if no external engine oil leaks are present, continue with oil consumption diagnosis.
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