For 2016 Grand Cherokee Fourth generation first facelift Jeep recommends to use: API GL5, and SAE 75W-85 transmission oils. To select the right transmission oil see the table below.

How much transmission oil you need to put into 2016 Grand Cherokee depends on conditions listed below.

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Condition Volume
expand_moreFront axle
expand_more3.0 CRD V6 4x4 with diesel V6 3.0 L 247 HP engine (2013.7–)
195 FIA front axle 1.16 US qt.
Transmission oil: API GL5, SAE 75W-85
expand_more3.6 VVT 4x4 with gasoline V6 3.6 L 286 HP engine (2010.10–)
195 FIA front axle 1.16 US qt.
Transmission oil: SAE 75W-85
195 FIA FE front axle 1.69 US pt.
Transmission oil: SAE 75W-85
expand_more6.4 SRT8 4x4 with gasoline V8 6.4 L 461 HP engine (2011.3–)
195 FIA front axle 1.16 US qt.
Transmission oil: API GL5, SAE 75W-85
expand_moreAll other modifications
195 FIA front axle 1.16 US qt.
expand_moreRear axle
expand_more3.0 CRD V6 4x4 with diesel V6 3.0 L 247 HP engine (2013.7–)
195 RIA rear axle 1.9 US pt.
215 RII rear axle 1.27 US qt.
225 RII rear axle 1.48 US qt.
expand_more230 RIA rear axle
With locking differential 1.37 US qt.
Without automatic locking differential 1.16 US qt.
expand_more3.6 VVT 4x4 with gasoline V6 3.6 L 286 HP engine (2010.10–)
195 RIA rear axle 1.9 US pt.
Transmission oil: SAE 75W-85
215 RII rear axle 1.27 US qt.
Transmission oil: SAE 75W-85
225 RII rear axle 1.48 US qt.
Transmission oil: SAE 75W-85
expand_more230 RIA rear axle
With locking differential 1.37 US qt.
Transmission oil: SAE 75W-85
Without automatic locking differential 1.16 US qt.
Transmission oil: SAE 75W-85
expand_more6.4 SRT8 4x4 with gasoline V8 6.4 L 461 HP engine (2011.3–)
expand_more230 RIA rear axle
With electronic differential lock 1.37 US qt.
Without electronic differential lock 1.16 US qt.
Transmission oil: API GL5, SAE 75W-85
expand_moreAll other modifications
195 RIA rear axle 1.9 US pt.
215 RII rear axle 1.27 US qt.
225 RII rear axle 1.48 US qt.
expand_more230 RIA rear axle
With electronic differential lock 1.37 US qt.
Without electronic differential lock 1.16 US qt.

Axle oil replacement in 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee might take 3060 minutes, and will save you $30$50 depends on the region you live in. The process is simple and requires minimum skills and time.

Unscrew the refill plug first then unscrew the drain plug. Use a spanner or a retched with the correct size head. When axle oil is completely drained screw the drain plug back with a new gasket. Complete the process by refilling the axle with new oil.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Jeep warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Jeep Grand Cherokee service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Fourth generation first facelift model years

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