Jeep Cherokee 2009 Operating Information Manual page 207

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE —
GASOLINE ENGINES
To help you have the best driving experience
possible, the manufacturer has identified the
specific vehicle maintenance service intervals that
are required to keep your vehicle operating properly
and safely.
Chrysler recommends that these maintenance
intervals be performed at your selling
dealer. The technicians at your dealership know
your vehicle best, and have access to factory
trained information, genuine Mopar parts, and
specially designed electronic and mechanical
tools that can help prevent future costly repairs.
The maintenance intervals shown should be
performed as indicated in this section.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 7,500 miles (12 000 km) or 6
months, whichever comes first.
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At Each Stop for Fuel
• Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after
a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the
oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level reading.
Add oil only when the level is at or below the
ADD or MIN mark.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add
if required.
Once a Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear
or damage.
• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the
terminals as required.
• Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir,
brake master cylinder, power steering and
transmission and add as needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items for
correct operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
• Check the Manual Transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance
items may result in damage to the vehicle.
Severe Duty
If your vehicle is operated under the Severe Duty
conditions listed below change your engine oil
and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months
as indicated in the Maintenance Schedule.
• Stop and go driving.
• Driving in dusty conditions.
• Short trips of less than 16 km (10 miles).
• Trailer towing.
• Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial
service).
• Off-road or desert operation.