2012–2017 Jeep Wrangler Fluid Types and Capacities

Which Jeep Wrangler model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Jeep Wrangler built from 2012 through 2017 — the JK (2007–2018 platform; US 2012–2017 shown), off-road suv, solid front/rear axle (2-door; 4-door unlimited). 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 2012–2017 Jeep Wrangler

• 20123.6L Pentastar V6 replaces the old 3.8L V6 across the JK lineup; 5-speed automatic (W5A580) replaces the 4-speed
• 2013Moab special edition added; minor trim/options shuffle
• 2015Willys Wheeler and Rubicon Hard Rock special editions; no major mechanical changes
• 2017Final year of the JK before the JL replaces it for 2018, some 2018-titled JK-based 'Wrangler JK' models were sold as 2018 carryovers alongside the new JL; see JL generation notes

What transmission fluid does a 2012–2017 Jeep Wrangler take?

5-speed auto (W5A580): Mopar ATF+4, ~4.5 qt drain-and-fill (pan service), ~9.6 qt total. 6-speed manual (NSG370): Mopar Manual Transmission Fluid.. 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 2012–2017 Jeep Wrangler use?

Mopar 10-Year/150,000-Mile Formula (orange, OAT); Pentastar V6 holds roughly 11–12 qt. First change at 100,000 mi/10 years, then every 50,000 mi/5 years..

What brake fluid does a 2012–2017 Jeep Wrangler take?

Mopar DOT 3 brake fluid.

What differential fluid does a 2012–2017 Jeep Wrangler take?

Dana 30 front (open, most trims) / Dana 44 front and rear (Rubicon, w/ Tru-Lok air lockers): Mopar 75W-90 gear oil (open diffs) or 75W-140 Mopar Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant (Rubicon Trac-Lok/locking diffs, per Mopar friction-modifier requirement).