2009 jeep grand cherokee transmission dipstick location

Actually, the first question is “Do I need to change my transmission fluid at all?”  For the answer, consult your Jeep Owner’s Manual. Unless there’s a leak or a problem, some newer transmissions are designed to never need a fluid change.

But let’s say your car does need a transmission fluid flush as part of preventive maintenance.  The top reason to change it is to keep your transmission operating at its best. Like any other fluid such as engine oil, transmission fluid becomes less effective over time. Stop-and-go driving, towing or other high-stress conditions can shorten its life even further. Unlike other fluids, however, transmission fluid doesn’t just lubricate the transmission parts, it also acts as hydraulic fluid, helping keep the transmission cooler and helping with shifts.

In a practical sense, the most important reason to perform preventive maintenance on your transmission comes down to dollars and cents: getting a transmission fluid flush might cost you a few hundred dollars, but a new transmission will cost thousands.

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3. Grand Cherokee 2007
4. Transmission Fluid / Check Fluid Level

1. Getting Started - Prepare for the repair

2. Open the Hood - How to pop the hood and prop it open

3. Remove Dipstick - Access point for transmission fluid

4. Add Fluid - Determine correct fluid type and add fluid

5. Replace Dipstick - Put the dipstick / cap back in place

6. More Info. - Additional information on checking trans. fluid levels

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The engine in your 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your Grand Cherokee and how to check the transmission fluid level. If the transmission fluid level in your Grand Cherokee is low, you need to add transmission fluid through the dipstick tube. When adding transmission fluid to your Grand Cherokee, be sure to add it slowly as it will fill up quickly and is difficult to remove excess fluid if you overfill.

If you are having problems with the transmission in your Grand Cherokee, such as clunky shifting or hesitation, check the fluid level first - it is amazing how many drivers pay thousands of dollars for transmission work when a half quart of transmission fluid would have fixed the problem.

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