Grand Cherokee Maintenance Schedule in IL

Your Jeep Grand Cherokee's first service appointment should take place at approximately 8,000 miles. At this mile marker, you should have the oil and filter changed. As your mileage continues to go up, you'll want to continue getting oil changes approximately every 8,000 miles. However, this depends on how you use your vehicle. For example, someone who uses their Grand Cherokee for off-roading or towing should change its oil more frequently than someone who only uses the Grand Cherokee for everyday driving. Under extreme usages like off-roading or towing, it's recommended that drivers don't go over 6,000 miles between oil changes. Additionally, the tires should be rotated with every oil change to prevent premature and uneven wear.

The 16,000-mile service is very similar to the first service. However, there are a few other items to be checked in addition to the usual oil and filter change and tire rotation. The air filter, brakes, engine cooling system, and exhaust system are recommended to be checked at the 16,000-mile service appointment. If you use your Grand Cherokee for off-roading, the engine air filter might need to be replaced at the 16,000-mile service.

At 32,000 miles, the service gets a bit more comprehensive. If you use your Grand Cherokee for just everyday driving, the engine air filter should probably be replaced at 32,000 miles. Additionally, the spark plugs should be inspected and replaced if necessary. Your braking system should also be checked. This includes the calipers, pads, rotors, and brake fluid lines. Additionally, your suspension system should be inspected to ensure that all of the parts are still in good working order.

At 64,000 miles, you should have the 32,000-mile services repeated. If the spark plugs are not replaced by 64,000 miles, they should be replaced at this service. Also, 64,000 miles should be when the gearbox fluids start to break down. Therefore, you should replace the transfer case, differentials, and transmission fluids at or around 64,000 miles. Like oil changes, these services should be performed more often if you use your Grand Cherokee to tow or off-road.

By the time you reach 96,000 miles, you might be an expert at knowing what your Grand Cherokee needs and when it needs it. However, as you approach 100,000 miles, there are a few more items to consider. If you haven't already, the brake pads and rotors should probably be replaced at this service. Additionally, you should have the CV joints inspected. The PCV valve, ball joints, and tie rod ends should also be checked for excessive wear or damage.

If you want to maintain your Grand Cherokee's health for many miles into the future, this detailed maintenance schedule should help you do so. If your Grand Cherokee is due for its next maintenance appointment, schedule it with Zeigler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Downers Grove. When you bring your car to our service center, it will only be worked on by service experts with years of experience and training. You can schedule an appointment by calling our service center or using our scheduler right here on our website. We look forward to earning your business!