2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Fluid Types and Capacities

Which Jeep Grand Cherokee model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Jeep Grand Cherokee built from 2012 through 2021 — the WK2 (4th generation), mid-size 2-row suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee

• 2012Launch of the 6.4L SRT8; carries over 3.6L Pentastar/5.7L HEMI lineup from 2011 introduction
• 2014Mid-cycle facelift: new front/rear fascias, 8-speed automatic standard, 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 introduced, monostable rotary shifter introduced (see rollaway recall)
• 2017Minor refresh: revised grille/lighting, Uconnect updates
• 2018SRT Trackhawk introduced with the 707-hp supercharged 6.2L
• 2019Final year for the 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 in the US Grand Cherokee
• 2021Final full model year of the WK2 as the primary Grand Cherokee nameplate
• 2022WK2 continues alongside the new WL for one more year, marketed as "Grand Cherokee WK" in reduced Laredo E, Laredo X, and Limited trim, 3.6L Pentastar only, not to be confused with the WL redesign sold in parallel

What transmission fluid does a 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee take?

8-speed ZF8HP (gas V6/V8): ZF-spec full-synthetic ATF (Mopar-branded equivalent, e.g. 68218925AB); sealed unit, no dipstick on most trims, level set via overflow/temperature check. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.

What coolant does a 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee use?

Mopar OAT (orange) coolant, engine-bay reservoir; capacity varies by engine. Confirm on the underhood label.

What brake fluid does a 2012–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee take?

DOT 3 brake fluid.