Probably a dumb question... BUT I SEARCHED!!!
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Probably a dumb question... BUT I SEARCHED!!!
Lol Ok so I tried to search the threads and I just can't seem to find a thread showing or listing all the fluid types/amounts needed for the Cherokees. I'm ;icking up a cherokee on Sat and i need to know what fluids and how much i need to buy...for everything. tranny, engine, axles, power steering..... everything/anything you could think of. My buddy thinks i should just replace the water pump... "just cause", should i do that? I did think of a radiator flush, and I'll be Seafoaming the engine and intake and fuel system as well. Any other suggestions as to what to swap or clean out would be helpful. THANKS
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Also how many miles you have?...replacing the stock cooling system is a good idea regardless of mileage. Especially if you have a 00-01 I would not cheap out on the cooling
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6 QT with filter change.
1 QT of power steering fluid should work.
Transfer case takes ATF as well as the Auto Trans.
About 1.5 quart per diff
not sure on tranny.
But most likely at the parts store the comp. will tell you how much fluid where.
1 QT of power steering fluid should work.
Transfer case takes ATF as well as the Auto Trans.
About 1.5 quart per diff
not sure on tranny.
But most likely at the parts store the comp. will tell you how much fluid where.
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I'd suggest a shop manual.. expen$ive, but worth it. Even a cheap Haynes or Chilton is better than nothing. I believe even the semi-useless 'owners manual' lists fluids and capacities. Have fun! 
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Parts stores should be able to print out a fluid capacity list for you. I know I can at advance auto not sure about the zone
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Originally Posted by partsguyct
Parts stores should be able to print out a fluid capacity list for you. I know I can at advance auto not sure about the zone
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Year: 1998
Engine: 10w-30
2.5L 4qts
4.0L 6 qts
cooling system:
2.5L 10qts
4.0L 12qts
Auto trans:
2.5L MOpar ATF+3 or ATF+3 type 7176
4.0L Mopar Automatic transmission fluid (p/n 4773590) or equivalent labeled DEXRON III MERCON fluid
It didn't say the amounts for the transfer case and axles. Just drain them and fill until the fluid comes out of the fill hole.
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Engine: 5.2 v8
Here's my reminder list off my phone I use for reference.
Oil 6 quarts 10-30 or 5-30
L14670 purolator filter
Trans. 4 quarts of dexIII- regular drain and full
Transfer case 2.2 pints( 1litre of trans fluid dexIII or ATF)
Axles sae 75-90 or 75-140 synthetic
Front 3pints or 1.5 liters
Rear 4.4 pints or 2.0 liters (c 8.25)
Coolant dry capacity is 4 gallons
Oil 6 quarts 10-30 or 5-30
L14670 purolator filter
Trans. 4 quarts of dexIII- regular drain and full
Transfer case 2.2 pints( 1litre of trans fluid dexIII or ATF)
Axles sae 75-90 or 75-140 synthetic
Front 3pints or 1.5 liters
Rear 4.4 pints or 2.0 liters (c 8.25)
Coolant dry capacity is 4 gallons
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Freebies for newbies 
Ok took the time for you, here you go. Fluid types and Capacity (based on a 2000 cherokee)
Auto Trans fluid-
30RH, Mopar ATF +4, Type 9602 Automatic Transmission Fluid /takes 4.67L (9.86 Pt)
AW-4, Mopar Dexron IIE/Mercon Automatic Transmission Fluid /takes 7.8Liters (16.5 Pt)
Manual Trans fluid-
AX5 Transmission Mopar 75W-90 API Grade GL-3 Gear Lubricant or equivalent /takes 3.5Liters (3.7 Qt)
NV3550 Transmission Mopar Manual Transmission Lubricant P/N 4761526 /takes 2.28Liters (4.8 Pt)
Use only this lubricant. No other lubricants are acceptable or recommended. Correct fill level to bottom edge of the fill plug hole.
Brake fluid (also clutch fluid)-
The brake fluid used in this vehicle must conform to DOT 3 specifications
and SAE J1703 standards. No other type of brake fluid is recommended or approved for usage in the vehicle brake system. Use only Mopar brake fluid or an equivalent from a tightly sealed container.
Coolant-
Use 50/50 mixture of ethylene-glycol antifreeze containing Alugard 340-2 and low mineral content water
2.5L takes 9.5 Qts, 4.0L takes 11.5 Qts, these include recovery reservoir.
Differential Fluid-
All Axles API GL5, thermally stable SAE 80W-90
Mopar Hypoid Gear Lubricant or equivalent, meeting specification MIL-L-2105C.
FRONT AXLE, 181 FBI 1.48Liters (3.13 pts), 186 FBI 1.18Liters (2.5 pts)
REAR AXLE, 194 RBI 1.66Liters (3.5 pts), 8 1/4 2.08Liters (4.4 pts)
Lubricant for axles intended for heavy duty or trailer towing-
SAE 75W-140 Synthetic gear lubricant
194 RBI Axle With TRAC-LOK, include 3.5 oz. of friction modifier
8 1/4 Axle With TRAC-LOK, include 3.5 oz. of friction modifier
Engine Oil Type-
Above 0°F (-18°C) 10W-30 (Preferred)
Below 32°F (0°C) 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity w/filter 6.0 qts. (based on 4.0L)
Fuel-
Unleaded fuel having a minimum octane rating of 87 (20 Gal tank) actual refill amount may very depending on vehicle
Power steering fluid-
Mopar Power Steering Fluid or equivalent
Air Conditioning-
refriderant- 134A
Oil- ND-8 PAG. PAG =PolyAlkylene Glycol
Charge Capacity 0.567 kilograms (1.25 pounds)
Transfer Case Fluid-
NV231 Mopar Dexron III, ATF +3 Type 7176, Automatic Transmission Fluid / takes 1.0Liters (2.2 Pt)
NV242 Mopar Dexron III, ATF +3 Type 7176, Automatic Transmission Fluid / takes 1.3Liters (2.85 Pt)
Capacities may vary. Correct fill is to the bottom of the fill plug hole.
In my opinion! synthetics are over priced and not worth the money. I dont see them as a bad thing just more money for what gain? I would rather change my fluids more often to get the dirt/particles out then run a "super fluid" and keep the stuff in there longer, i dont fully grasp that some oils/fluids can last 2-5 times longer then others. there is always the outside factor of dirt/moisture entering the fluid and adding to breakdown. however if it makes you feel better then great. It is your vehicle and should be kept to the best YOU want it. hope all this info is helpfull. You also can switch from synthetic to crude or vise versa, but its always better to pick and stick with it.
Auto Trans fluid-
30RH, Mopar ATF +4, Type 9602 Automatic Transmission Fluid /takes 4.67L (9.86 Pt)
AW-4, Mopar Dexron IIE/Mercon Automatic Transmission Fluid /takes 7.8Liters (16.5 Pt)
Manual Trans fluid-
AX5 Transmission Mopar 75W-90 API Grade GL-3 Gear Lubricant or equivalent /takes 3.5Liters (3.7 Qt)
NV3550 Transmission Mopar Manual Transmission Lubricant P/N 4761526 /takes 2.28Liters (4.8 Pt)
Use only this lubricant. No other lubricants are acceptable or recommended. Correct fill level to bottom edge of the fill plug hole.
Brake fluid (also clutch fluid)-
The brake fluid used in this vehicle must conform to DOT 3 specifications
and SAE J1703 standards. No other type of brake fluid is recommended or approved for usage in the vehicle brake system. Use only Mopar brake fluid or an equivalent from a tightly sealed container.
Coolant-
Use 50/50 mixture of ethylene-glycol antifreeze containing Alugard 340-2 and low mineral content water
2.5L takes 9.5 Qts, 4.0L takes 11.5 Qts, these include recovery reservoir.
Differential Fluid-
All Axles API GL5, thermally stable SAE 80W-90
Mopar Hypoid Gear Lubricant or equivalent, meeting specification MIL-L-2105C.
FRONT AXLE, 181 FBI 1.48Liters (3.13 pts), 186 FBI 1.18Liters (2.5 pts)
REAR AXLE, 194 RBI 1.66Liters (3.5 pts), 8 1/4 2.08Liters (4.4 pts)
Lubricant for axles intended for heavy duty or trailer towing-
SAE 75W-140 Synthetic gear lubricant
194 RBI Axle With TRAC-LOK, include 3.5 oz. of friction modifier
8 1/4 Axle With TRAC-LOK, include 3.5 oz. of friction modifier
Engine Oil Type-
Above 0°F (-18°C) 10W-30 (Preferred)
Below 32°F (0°C) 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity w/filter 6.0 qts. (based on 4.0L)
Fuel-
Unleaded fuel having a minimum octane rating of 87 (20 Gal tank) actual refill amount may very depending on vehicle
Power steering fluid-
Mopar Power Steering Fluid or equivalent
Air Conditioning-
refriderant- 134A
Oil- ND-8 PAG. PAG =PolyAlkylene Glycol
Charge Capacity 0.567 kilograms (1.25 pounds)
Transfer Case Fluid-
NV231 Mopar Dexron III, ATF +3 Type 7176, Automatic Transmission Fluid / takes 1.0Liters (2.2 Pt)
NV242 Mopar Dexron III, ATF +3 Type 7176, Automatic Transmission Fluid / takes 1.3Liters (2.85 Pt)
Capacities may vary. Correct fill is to the bottom of the fill plug hole.
In my opinion! synthetics are over priced and not worth the money. I dont see them as a bad thing just more money for what gain? I would rather change my fluids more often to get the dirt/particles out then run a "super fluid" and keep the stuff in there longer, i dont fully grasp that some oils/fluids can last 2-5 times longer then others. there is always the outside factor of dirt/moisture entering the fluid and adding to breakdown. however if it makes you feel better then great. It is your vehicle and should be kept to the best YOU want it. hope all this info is helpfull. You also can switch from synthetic to crude or vise versa, but its always better to pick and stick with it.