Engine Oil
5W-20
Conventional or Synthetic
Capacity
6 qt
with filter
5.5 qt without filter
Oil Filter
05281090
Mopar (OEM)
OEM spec: MS-6395
The 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee takes 5W-20 Conventional or Synthetic with a total capacity of 6 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 16mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 34 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Mopar 05281090, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 5 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
Torque your drain plug to 34 Nm (25 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Mopar 05281090) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-20 Conventional or Synthetic as specified by Jeep — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 5W-20
Oil type Conventional or Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 6 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 5.5 qt
OEM spec MS-6395
Filter Options
Performance Gold filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 16 mm
Thread M14x1.5
Torque spec 34 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
3rd gen WK (3.7L V6 / 5.7L HEMI V8)
Type ATF+4
Capacity 4.5 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
DOT type DOT 3
Change interval 45,000 mi
Type HOAT
Color Purple
Capacity 7.5 qt
Change interval 100,000 mi
Differential Fluid (rear) Buy Type 75W-90 GL-5
Capacity 2 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.044
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 245/60R18
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Brake Pads
Mopar 68052370AA OEM front
Buy Wiper Blades
Bosch 16A passenger, 16"
Buy Rain-X 16-1 passenger, 16"
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
14mm thread, aluminum head
18 ft-lb · 24.4 Nm
05V396000
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.7L ENGINES AND NAG1 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE AIR CONDITIONER EVAPORATOR CONDENSATE WATER MAY ENTER THE TRANSMISSION AT THE FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL. THIS CAN RESULT IN SHUDDER DURING TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT.
09E012000
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
09E039000
ROCK KRAWLER IS RECALLING 44 PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLE LISTED ABOVE. THESE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS WERE PRODUCED WITH GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS INSTEAD OF THE PROPER GRADE 5 CARRIAGE BOLTS. THE IMPROPER GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF CLAMPING FORCE FOR THE BOTTOM STRUT FORK.
Show all 5 recalls All categories EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STRUCTURE EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EXTERIOR LIGHTING POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING STRUCTURE:BODY STEERING AIR BAGS STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY POWER TRAIN POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) UNKNOWN OR OTHER TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER EQUIPMENT
2400604 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER 2004-10-22
GROWL-LIKE SOUND FROM A/C COMPRESSOR DUE TO EXPANSION VALVE. *TT
1900904 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS 2004-11-16
WHINE-LIKING SOUND DUE TO POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE GROUNDING. *TT
0901504 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE 2004-11-04
ENGINE OIL VISCOSITY GRADES FOR 5.7L MULTIPLE DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS). *TT
Show all 73 TSBs(+70) Private Party
$5,586–$6,174
Dealer Retail
$6,468–$7,350
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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