2011+ Jeep Grand Cherokee: Rear Differential Fluid Replacement

[@BSGAutomotive]

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[@tattedone6753]

Question I have a 2011 jeep grand Cherokee laredo v6 2 wheel drive would 75-90 be ok as a substitute to use and would I need that limited slip stuff for this vehicle??

[@eduardocuriel442]

Ty

[@duroshebanja6810]

The 2012 JC owners manual is vague about the rear differential fluid viscosity for V6 models. On a 3.6L V6 2WD LSD ,is it for certain 75W85, & not the 140 W? & can a 75W90 LS GL5 fluid be OK instead of the 85W?

[@jeffreybrown4751]

I can’t believe the dealer wants $800 for both differentials. If I could buy you a coffee, I would. Thank you very much for all of your videos.

[@crbourret]

I'm doing the front & rear diff and the transfer case fluids on my wife's 2016 Grand Cherokee this weekend. Your videos were very helpful, Thanks!

[@7NINER3]

Thank you for this video. It helped me out a lot and I did the job in less than 30 minutes

[@timothyforce1949]

What I really like about the service that you perform is that you clean the area that you were working on when you're finished. Unlike some ass#@$%! who drip oil and other fluids all over the place and don't clean up, and then when the customer brings the vehicle back for repair then the technician tells you that you have a leak and need costly repairs. Thank you sir for helping customers see that there are actually knowledgeable and honest trained service techs still out there when we need you.

[@TheJmich2001]

Ive never evened owned a ieep product but i watched this whole video anyway! Thanks Brian

[@robmaximus7137]

Solid video. I noticed you recommend the 75w-85 fluid. The owners manual for my vehicle 2013 jeep grand cherokee 3.6L states SAE 75W-140 (API-GL5) but for the 5.7L engines to use the 75w-85 oil. Im confused because everything out there says to use 75w-85 even for the 3.6L engines

[@JorgeRamirez-dj7lp]

Hello, I am in the same situation as you. Already made the replacement?

[@menotyou7762]

@@JorgeRamirez-dj7lp use what the owners manual states.

[@JDs_memories]

The dealer charged me 250 CAD $ for this job... almost 200 USD... and I did front and rear... thay told me they needed to remove the housing, put a new gasket, and so on. All that at 50k miles since vehicule os used for towing... now I need to change it again and will go for the cheaper solution !

[@10Flat]

Thank you for these videos. I don’t own a car lift. I’m thinking about driving up on my car ramps. Then putting jack stands at opposite end of vehicle to attain level. My vehicle runs fantastic, but it’s long overdue. Don’t want to overfill or under fill . Is leveling vehicle critical? Sure would hate paying a mechanic to do front and rear. When I can do it myself.

[@nissanquest2002]

On the time stamp at 4:20 , is this flat area a recommended for to lift a floor jack with piece of wood as lifting point (rear differential housing) aluminum area . Thanks

[@BSGAutomotive]

Absolutely not.

[@genep.6008]

Great informative video. I've got a 2017 Jeep GC, and it's time to replace the rear diff fluid. My question, how about the front differential, does it have a drain and fill plug, and does the front diff use the same fluid, and at 1 quart? Thank you.

[@genep.6008]

Answered my questions after watching your front diff fluid change video. Thanks for these informative vids.

[@jacelarsen9834]

The owners manual I'm looking at for a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee says Axle Differential (Front-Rear) use MOPAR Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 75W140 and the Axle Differential (Rear) - 5.7L Engine Without Electronic Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) MOPAR Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 (API-GL5) or equivalent and 75W-90 With Electronic Limited-Slip Differential. So the 75W-85 is for the 5.7 hemi model, but you said this was done on the 3.6l V6? Or am I reading the manual wrong. Asking because we have the 2013 Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4 3.6L V6 and I want to get the right fluid.

[@dasaca66]

Mine is a 2013 GC limited 3.6l and my user manual says I need to use Mopar Synthetic Gear & Axle lubricant SAE 75W-140 API-GL5 with friction modifier additive....great video.

[@charlieworth6949]

I have a 2012 Grand Cherokee 3.6L. Should i use the owners manual 75w-140 or 75-90? Also do i need to add anything for the rear or front diff?

[@zxtenn]

Does it require the friction modifier or is that in the fluid? Looking at a 2011 limited with the V-6

[@tek2313]

do you have any idea what is the part number for the filling plug and draining plug? I can't find them anywhere for my grand Cherokee 2018 3.6 4x4.

[@u093154]

Does this need the friction modifier? Or is it already in the fluid of the GL5?

[@mpilksjr]

Wondering the same thing

[@Soothsayer-rs5nb]

Does not need friction modifier

[@SasikaSamarakoon]

Soothsayer 4417 why is that?

[@Soothsayer-rs5nb]

Sasika Samarakoon not a limited slip diff

[@artbrookey3468]

@@mpilksjr I use Red Line 75/85, it has the modifier in it

[@sleeperlover100]

Does it not call for Mopar friction modifier?

[@Embermist69]

Unless it's a trac-lock rear end, open rear ends don't need it. Not sure how this one is set up, they might also include it in the fluid these days not completely sure.

[@oreogonzalez8123]

@@Embermist69 lots of the synthetic oil have the friction modifier included like the Nissan oil. But don't quote me bcuz I'm also learning about jeep.

[@u093154]

Any update if it’s needed?

[@jaymilan215]

What’s the name of that hose you used to put in the fluid??

[@genep.6008]

Time to drain/fill both diffs again on my 2017 WK2. This time, using Royal Purple.

[@rjmyerson6641]

Great video, however the fluid you recommended is inaccurate. I have a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6L and the owners manual says to use MOPAR Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-140 (API-GL5) or equivalent with friction modifier additive. Same thing for the 2011 you are working on in your video. Hope this helps!

[@nordicpride9708]

You have a different differential. Next time listen to what he says! And you don’t have to use MOPAR. They don’t make the oil anyways. You can use any API approved gear oil that is the proper viscosity.

[@artbrookey3468]

@@nordicpride9708 Me, myself and I...only use Red Line products. We have a 2015 Grand Cherokee, an E60 M5, and in all past vehicles for the last 20 years...

[@nordicpride9708]

@@artbrookey3468 Funny you mention that. I’ve used REDLINE synthetic gear oil and transmission fluid since the early 90’s. Great company. Love the POE/PAO base fluids and a no compromise additive package!

[@houstonbrown9529]

Do you need to put the limited slip additive in it as well?

[@miamibotany1]

Question is this the type of oil that will go in a 2011 jeep grand Cherokee laredo v6 not 4 wheel drive????

[@garryr]

I have only just now realized you have another channel...... sub of fordtech.

[@tonysorice5142]

is the differential is not as critical as a transmission,,there say never change ur trans oil,,i never understood that ,,,i like ur videos byway

[@polishgearmonger]

I have a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, and I don't have this rear end. My differential part number is 68019089AB and is German made. I just acquired the vehicle and would like to service it soon. Can anyone provide any guidance in which rear end I have? I'm finding very little on the internet. Thank you!

[@hitman2529]

Do front and rear differential use the same oil?

[@paulparker9339]

The manual for my 2011 3.6L says yes - 75W-140 for both, with friction modifier (it's included in the oil I bought - Valvoline).

[@jonn9603]

Where is my rear transfer case located on a V6 WK2. It doesn't look the same as your.

[@RCandFishing]

There's no rear transfer case. If you have the 4x4, it should be in the middle.

[@zaccorpseman7366]

Thank you, sir. This vid helps out a lot

[@jrderue2431]

Gracias por el video!!

[@paulwenzl1711]

What size is the allen wrench or did I miss it?

[@101enderman]

8mm

[@paulparker9339]

My 2011 Grand Cherokee Lmtd, 3.6 L needed a 14 mm hex for the rear diffy.

[@jonathanhull7938]

Great videos !

[@4fanintexas]

Any need to remove the plate (if possible) and clean the magnet?

[@leea.6101]

Be advised… some rear diffs need a 14mm hex bit/key

[@Anthonythesider]

Shouldn’t you use brakleen to clean it out

[@BSGAutomotive]

Never ever do that.

[@wyattoneable]

Good stuff, thanks.

[@markk8248]

I love how easy it is to change out on these vehicles. Some are a pain in the a$$

[@Banshee365]

Pretty crazy that this thing holds 1 quart in the rear end while our LX 570 holds 4.5 qts.

[@Prioritasteknik]

Good video

[@j.d.martinez153]

Wouldn’t be a bad idea to change this fluid every 30k then. Can’t believe it only holds a quart.