Jeep Grand Cherokee 2015, Operating Information Manual

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Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection
under all types of operating conditions, the
manufacturer only recommend engine oils that
are API certified and meet the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 or ACEA
A1/B1.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine
Oil Identification Symbol
This symbol
means that the oil
has been certified
by the American
Petroleum Institute
(API). The manu-
facturer only rec-
ommends
API
Certified engine
oils.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine
oil as the chemicals can damage your en-
gine. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.4L
Engine
SAE 0W-20 API Certified engine oil such as
MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, Shell Hellix® or equiva-
lent is recommended for all operating tempera-
tures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine
oil filler cap also states the recommended en-
gine oil viscosity grade for your engine.
If MOPAR® 0W-20 engine oil is not available,
MOPAR® 5W-20 API Certified may be used as
a temporary suitable alternative. Please ensure
that you switch back to 0W-20 for the next oil
change, as indicated by your vehicles automatic
oil change indicator.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine
oil certification mark and the correct SAE vis-
cosity grade number should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.2L
Engine
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil such as
Pennzoil®, Shell Helix® or equivalent is recom-
mended for all operating temperatures. This
engine oil improves low temperature starting
and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also states the recommended engine oil
viscosity grade for your engine. For more infor-
mation on engine oil filler cap location, refer to
the “Engine Compartment” illustration in this
section.
NOTE:
MOPAR® SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be
used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved
to MS-6395 is not available.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the
recommended oil quality requirements are met,
and the recommended maintenance intervals
for oil and filter changes are followed.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends
against the addition of any additives (other than
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