How to check transmission fluid on 2015 jeep cherokee latitude

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Where is the transmission dipstick on a Jeep Cherokee latitude?
Does a Jeep Cherokee have a transmission dipstick?

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Discussion Starter · #1 · Sep 12, 2016

I lifted up the hood, looked around and became a little sad...where's the trans dipstick?

Please tell me at the least I can buy a dipstick bc the tube is there for mechanics to check.

Also, I didn't see a service interval for trans fluid. Did I miss it?

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I lifted up the hood, looked around and became a little sad...where's the trans dipstick?

No dipstick for the trans. It's a sealed unit and FCA does not want people messing with it. There is no maintenance interval. Heavy duty usage might require fluid change at some point, to be done by the dealer. However, a kit can be purchased, make sure you follow the procedure closely.

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And if you are an export user it seems there suddenly is maintenance interval for some bizarre reason! The Aussie manual states 100,000 km fluid changes.... but still no disptick..

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I lifted up the hood, looked around and became a little sad...where's the trans dipstick?
Please tell me at the least I can buy a dipstick bc the tube is there for mechanics to check.
Also, I didn't see a service interval for trans fluid. Did I miss it?

The Cherokee has Lifetime fluid which I personally consider to be 10 years/100,000 miles. But again thats my opinion.
Unless you trailer tow or off road you really do not have to concern yourself with the transmission fluid unless you notice leakage.
Actually checking the level, assuming you got your hands on a service dip stick, is not recomended, only because doing that function it then becomes possible to introduce contaminents into the fluid.
I trailer tow at under 2,000 lbs and only a boat. Therefore I would guess if I change early it would be around 60k based on what I tow and how much.
Even my wife's '04 Chev. had lifetime fluid. Still I had it changed at 11 years to be safe.
My prior Jeep had a severe maintenance schedule only because it towed. Because of what and how much I towed I could stretch that mileage/time out a bit. Never had a problem. :smile:

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Transmission fluid must be checked every week to keep your Jeep Cherokee running properly; it adds lubrication to the transmission and allows your Jeep to switch gears safely. Jeep Cherokees require Automatic Transmission Fluid 4 (ATF 4) and mechanics recommend that fluid be changed entirely every 30,000 miles or as your vehicle performance dictates. Make certain your Jeep Cherokee is on level ground before adding or checking fluid.

Step 1

Engage the parking brake on your vehicle. Also make sure the car is in "Park." Make sure your car is parked on level ground before proceeding, ensuring stability of your vehicle and an accurate fluid-level reading.

Step 2

Start the Jeep and let it idle for about 15 minutes. Transmission fluid must be checked while your engine is at operating temperature in order for the fluid level to be accurate. Letting your car sit gives the engine time to heat up.

Step 3

Pop the hood and locate the dipstick near your car's transmission. This will be located at the rear of the engine. The dipstick will contain a colored circle at the top, usually yellow or red.

Step 4

Remove the dipstick and wipe off any transmission fluid. You must clean off this fluid so that, when you reinsert the dipstick, any fluid left on the stick will accurately reflect the level in your transmission. Any fluid on your dipstick at this point is just excess and does not reflect a proper fluid-level readout.

Step 5

Replace the dipstick. Wait 3 seconds to allow fluid to fall in place, pull the dipstick and measure the fluid levels.

Step 6

Check to make sure that your transmission fluid reaches the "HOT" arrow. If it doesn't, add more transmission fluid.

Step 7

Place a funnel over the tube where the dipstick is housed and slowly pour transmission fluid, allowing it to flow into the fluid well. Repeat the process by adding more fluid and checking the dipstick until it reaches the "HOT" arrow.

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Things You'll Need

Automatic Transmission Fluid 4 (ATF 4)
Paper towels

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Where is the transmission dipstick on a Jeep Cherokee latitude?

Our research indicates that your vehicle does not have a transmission fluid dipstick. These types of transmissions are designed to be maintenance free. In order to check the transmission fluid, your vehicle likely has check valve on the bottom of the transmission on the bottom of your car.

Does a Jeep Cherokee have a transmission dipstick?

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