Jeep EcoDiesel Grand Cherokee Oil Change & Fuel Filters

Tackling some common maintenance items on the 2014 Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel.

[@aceforever001]

Dude 10 minute intro before you actually start the oil change, you are killing me. I died and didn't even get to finish the video, thanks!

[@zachturner5136]

Really appreciate this, I just took my 2015 Summit ED in for an oil change for $175 not even realizing I could just use the air suspension as a means to DIY. They wanted $300 to do the fuel filters but I bought the pair and necessary tools for under $50 and will keep this video in mind for my next oil change as well.

[@florimshala1]

My dealer was asking $390

[@patriot0971]

I bought a 2014 JGC Eco-Diesel Summit model new so I have gone through the whole emissions saga and all the recalls of this vehicle. I have about 88K miles on it and overall apart from many many recalls and 3 glow plug failures, it has been a very reliable vehicle. The performance and fuel mileage are excellent and it's capabilities as a SUV are a class above a typical SUV in this segment (especially towing). Having said that, if you do not maintain this vehicle like a fanatic, you will experience expensive issues. 5k oil changes are a must because of the EGR gases contaminating the oil as well as Fuel filters every 20k. Also DEF has gotten 300% expensive since I bought the vehicle and the DEF consumption has increased because of the new EPA approved software. Overall I love this vehicle but this will be the last light duty Diesel for me. The additional cost of Diesel, DEF, Fuel filters, expensive oil and all the funky emissions crap is just not worth it.

[@bernardgraf7187]

That is sad, I'm trying to hang on to mine.

[@kelog276]

I have a 2014 for over one year been in and out the repair shop for the whole year with every engine problem you can think finally took to dealership and they will replace engine thank god I’m still under warranty. You gave great knowledge on how to maintain a beast.

[@thomasm.7058]

I really appreciate your information. My opinion with a diesel is, it's all about torque and much better MPG with lower RPMs.

[@stephenlecuyer4537]

Thank you so much. Just brought a proper used one home and this will save a lot of time and money figuring out the crazy diesel maintenance!

[@thatlldogarage]

I’m glad to hear it. Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@battlehero-qx6on]

I honestly have never thought about changing my fuel filters. Almost 80k miles on the factory ones. Great tutorial. I use amsoil

[@thatlldogarage]

Wow, that’s good to hear. Thanks for watching!

[@chrisc5574]

I had an error code after using amsoil, something about high ash content and viscosity. I used the euro blend 5w40

[@battlehero-qx6on]

@@chrisc5574 Really? I do an oil change about every 7500 miles and have used amsoil since the first. I haven't heard of anyone having that problem before

[@chrisc5574]

@@battlehero-qx6on ya I don't know for certain that it was the oil just never thrown any codes using Rotella T6. It was a big enough problem with other coded that we needed the dealer to force regen, change the oil, and remove the codes

[@battlehero-qx6on]

@@chrisc5574 I use the signature series Max duty diesel. Used to use the Heavy duty diesel but decided to switch

[@lbtobl83]

I am using 2-stroke LiquiMoly semi-synthetic oil instead of diesel additive. 300 ml (1:100) on every tank of fuel. Costs close to nothing, great lubricant, burns ash free, great for the HD pump and injectors.

[@Mutschalla]

Wich exactly? 1052,1505,1029

[@djcrashtest2000]

Great video. Very informative. Thank you! 🙌🏼

[@thatlldogarage]

I’m glad to hear it, thanks for watching!

[@nevillejohnson1]

Funny he mentioned his wife thought the engine is loud. I did a lot of driving for work and when it was time to get a new jeep the sales guy knew of my driving habits as this would've been my 5th jeep. I usually go for the HEMI, however he introduced me to the Summit eco-diesel. I mentioned that diesels were stinky and noisy. He lined up a new Hemi and the eco-diesel side-by-side. I was shocked that the eco-diesel was quieter and not stinky. I'm on my third Eco-diesel now. Too bad Chrysler has discontinued these.

[@rodneyemmerich8828]

EGR systems don't like pottering around at low speeds and temps . They want to be run at hi way speeds for extended periods

[@Bekim8310]

Hi. I just saw your video! Great video too. Mine is a 2015 ecodiesel and I use Pennzoil euro L 5w-30. There is a lot of debate out there on which oil to use but my manual says use ms-11106 approved oil and thats what I use. I got over 150k on my ecodiesel and it runs like a champ! I also change it every 5000-6000 miles.

[@madeupname37]

In the UK the spec is now 5W-40, I think Jeep changed the spec because a lot of the Eco-Diesels were spinning their main bearings. The thicker oil was meant to help prevent this but it still happens. Very impressed with your miles, many don't get to a third of that. We're selling our 2014 GJ as fed-up with reliability, cost of parts and the risk of main bearing failure. Hope yours keeps going strong.

[@louscarpato1440]

Thanks for this, very useful. Did you reset the “oil life” on the computer after the service? If so how?

[@curtdragon]

Car off. Hit the start button twice (do not put foot on brake. Do not start engine). Floor it three times. Hit start to turn off. Finally hold start and brake to start car.

[@DustyBottoms201]

Damn I really have been considering getting one. Starting to sound like nothing but headaches...

[@nightstorm9128]

That's one thing Chrysler benefited from there venture with fiat in Diesel engines ....fiat make some of the best Diesel engines in the world...most diesel cars in Europe with Peugeot and fiat engines go more than half a million miles...

[@jasontaylor9871]

The early 07-08 CRD Grand Cherokee's like to have half the oil in the filter and the other half through the oil fill

[@homeguy4]

These newer diesels are getting choked by the recirculation of the gasses.

[@thatlldogarage]

Agreed, its a shame really since the technology has improved so much. Makes me wonder what the manufacturers could do if they just focused on power and economy instead. Thanks for watching!

[@chrisc5574]

I pull the diffuser tube and map sensor for cleaning while the oil is draining

[@INFINITE-AMMO]

Can u elaborate a little more.. I'm getting one of these and I want to know how to take care of it.

[@chrisc5574]

@@INFINITE-AMMO it's easier to look up videos on youtube about ecodiesel diffuser cleaning and map sensor. Some good videos on it. The cleaning of the MAP sensor helps the computer with fuel/air and the diffuser is usually full of soot and can get plugged.

[@provocativepolitic]

Excellent video. I can tell you were a auto tech nerd wouldve gone far. What did you end up doing with the jeep? Just got the GDE tune-Night and day difference regards to performance.

[@thatlldogarage]

Thank you! We ended up trading it in on another Grand Cherokee with the 3.6 gas engine. I sure did enjoy it while we had it, I wish I had some time to put a tune on it too!

[@davidverdadero2426]

Hello, just wondering about your tune...Dd you do it yourself or did you have it done somewhere? Thank you!

[@Vziera]

@@thatlldogarage why traded it in

[@SannanAhmad8558]

You forgot to show us what kinda fuel filter you used

[@nansmalausse4210]

Hello How many oil liters did you put in ?

[@enmanuellavado9653]

excelente video, me ayudarias a conseguir el filtro de combustible para el mio, de preferencia en la marca MOPAR?, estuve viendo por AliExpress pero dudo que sean originales, te lo agradezco.. saludos desde Perú

[@wabuminifarm3437]

Thankyou for this video.

[@endo006]

Next time take your oil filler cap off before you pull your drain-plug. Also do it with a hot engine. It will all drain out in a couple of minutes.

[@sean-thomassilver8005]

Hasnt there been an update 15w40 oil now?

[@jsoliday18]

Black smoke is suet… it has no effect on its surroundings. #DefundTheEPA

[@Vziera]

Should we completely drain the fuel tank to do this? How often do we do this?

[@thatlldogarage]

No, you do not need to drain the fuel tank. A lot of people recommend to change the fuel filters with every other oil change. Thanks for watching!

[@vlonereks5869]

where can i order that yellow drainage plug? im trying to change my fuel filters and that plug looks like its going to break

[@thatlldogarage]

I would think that plug would only be available at the dealership. Good luck with yours!

[@Damian-hj9un]

Nice video.

[@thatlldogarage]

Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@Inboden69]

are you pulling the filter prior to the drain plug? It should speed up the draining time or I just haven't noticed the time since I'm always doing multiple things.

[@thatlldogarage]

GamersLife, I don’t think I am. I do remove the oil fill port cap to eliminate any crankcase vacuum but I don’t usually pull the filter cap until after I drain it. I’ll have to give that a try and see if it makes a difference!

[@Inboden69]

@@thatlldogarage ya, i think it will help as I pull it prior to the drain. Hope it does help, whole point of this crazy internet thing sharing ideas and all. haha

[@thatlldogarage]

😂

[@randyg.743]

I have a 2018 JGC with 83,000 miles with an ecodiesel. When I change the oil I drop the drain plug, and while it's draining I change the oil filter. I've never seen "2 or 3 cups" drain out after the initial drain because I'm not looking at it. I can only go by how many quarts I put back in and usually it's right at 8 quarts to hit the full mark on the dipstick with the filter removed while draining.

[@curtdragon]

Do you need to be close to empty to change fuel or is that screw to drain a bit off?

[@thatlldogarage]

That screw will let you bleed off the pressure and some of what is in the lines but it won’t drain the fuel tank.

[@ukraine345]

do you smell any exhaust fumes in yours?

[@drsoils]

hey dude. thinking about getting one of these. currently have a 2005 Grand Cherokee.. its been nothing but great (except the MPG).... would you recommend?

[@burntxtoastt]

Do u have the Diesel engine??

[@onouaiso9967]

I use Petronas 5w40 oil

[@justynrusso6641]

How many quarts does it take?

[@thatlldogarage]

For a 2014 EcoDiesel with a filter change, 8.1 quarts are needed according to Google.

[@FalconMidget]

Hope you got a warranty for that air suspension.

[@tangibleisaac]

I LOVE THATLL DO GARAGE

[@brotha1984]

welp I'll stick with my regular 3.6 pentastar engine 🤷🏿🤦🏿😂😂🤣

[@ItsVinz]

So the only thing Youl be not doing is the fuel additive lol.

[@brotha1984]

@@ItsVinz What do you mean 🤔

[@kmuinde]

U see a vehicle with that engine run away and save yourself headaches

[@Mshi-]

Is it possible to do a Delete?

[@joeyinge5]

Yes

[@THEDIESELCHANNEL]

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