2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee maintenance schedule
Every service on the 2021 Grand Cherokee, with its interval and an estimated cost.
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee oil change interval is every 10,000 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first (estimated cost $45–$75). Change the oil and filter when the oil change indicator shows "Oil Change Required", within the next 500 mi. Frequent short trips, trailer towing, extreme temperatures and E85 use bring the message on sooner. Never exceed 10,000 mi, 12 months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first (the 350-hour limit mainly concerns fleet vehicles).
Service intervals
From the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee schedule.
| Service | Every | Est. Cost | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil & Filter (3.6L V6 / 5.7L V8)Safety itemChange the oil and filter when the oil change indicator shows "Oil Change Required", within the next 500 mi. Frequent short trips, trailer towing, extreme temperatures and E85 use bring the message on sooner. Never exceed 10,000 mi, 12 months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first (the 350-hour limit mainly concerns fleet vehicles).Guide How to Change Your Oil · The engine oil system: what every part does | 10,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 16,000 km / 12 mo | $45–$75 | |
| Engine Oil & Filter (6.4L V8 / 6.2L V8)Safety itemChange the oil and filter when the oil change indicator shows "Oil Change Required", within the next 500 mi, and at least every six months even if the message has not appeared. Never exceed 6,000 mi or six months, whichever comes first. Severe duty (operated in a dusty and off-road environment, or predominantly at idle or very low engine rpm): change the oil every 4,000 mi or 350 hours of engine run time.Guide How to Change Your Oil · The engine oil system: what every part does | 6,000 mi / 6 mo≈ 9,500 km / 6 mo | $45–$75 | |
| Tire Rotation (3.6L V6 / 5.7L V8)Rotate the tires at every oil change, and at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before the oil change indicator comes on.Guide How to Rotate Your Tires at Home · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 10,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 16,000 km / 12 mo | $30–$50 | |
| Tire Rotation (6.4L V8 / 6.2L V8)Rotate the tires every 6,000 mi or 6 months, and at the first sign of irregular wear.Guide How to Rotate Your Tires at Home · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 6,000 mi / 6 mo≈ 9,500 km / 6 mo | $30–$50 | |
| Engine Air Filter (3.6L V6 / 5.7L V8)Replace every 30,000 mi or 3 years. In dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the filter at every oil change and replace it if necessary.Guide How to Replace Your Air Filter (Engine & Cabin) | 30,000 mi / 36 mo≈ 48,000 km / 36 mo | $40–$80 | |
| Engine Air Filter (6.4L V8 / 6.2L V8)Replace every 30,000 mi or 30 months. In dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the filter every 12,000 mi and replace it if necessary.Guide How to Replace Your Air Filter (Engine & Cabin) | 30,000 mi / 30 mo≈ 48,000 km / 30 mo | $40–$80 | |
| Cabin Air Filter (3.6L V6 / 5.7L V8)Replace the air conditioning (cabin) filter every 20,000 mi or 2 years.Guide How to Replace Your Cabin Air Filter | 20,000 mi / 24 mo≈ 32,000 km / 24 mo | $35–$65 | |
| Cabin Air Filter (6.4L V8 / 6.2L V8)Replace the air conditioning (cabin) filter every 24,000 mi or 24 months.Guide How to Replace Your Cabin Air Filter | 24,000 mi / 24 mo≈ 39,000 km / 24 mo | $35–$65 | |
| Spark Plugs (3.6L, 5.7L)Replace at 100,000 mi. The spark plug interval is mileage-based only; yearly intervals do not apply.Guide How to Change Spark Plugs · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 100,000 mi≈ 161,000 km | $120–$200 (V6); $150–$250 (V8) | |
| Spark Plugs (6.4L)Replace at 96,000 mi. The spark plug interval is mileage-based only; monthly intervals do not apply.Guide How to Change Spark Plugs · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 96,000 mi≈ 154,000 km | — | |
| Spark Plugs (6.2L supercharged)Replace every 60,000 mi. The spark plug interval is mileage-based only; monthly intervals do not apply.Guide How to Change Spark Plugs · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 60,000 mi≈ 97,000 km | — | |
| Engine CoolantFlush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 mi, whichever comes first.Guide How to Flush Your Coolant System | 150,000 mi / 120 mo≈ 241,000 km / 120 mo | $120–$200 | |
| Transfer Case Fluid (3.6L V6 / 5.7L V8)Change the transfer case fluid at 120,000 mi or 12 years. Inspect the transfer case fluid at 30,000, 60,000, 90,000 and 150,000 mi.Guide How to Change Transfer Case Fluid (4x4 and AWD) | 120,000 mi / 144 mo≈ 193,000 km / 144 mo | $100–$180 | |
| Transfer Case Fluid (6.4L V8 / 6.2L V8)Drain and refill the transfer case every 30,000 mi or 30 months.Guide How to Change Transfer Case Fluid (4x4 and AWD) | 30,000 mi / 30 mo≈ 48,000 km / 30 mo | $100–$180 | |
| Rear Differential Fluid (inspect) (3.6L V6 / 5.7L V8)Inspect the rear axle fluid every 20,000 mi or 2 years; change it if the vehicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.Guide How to Change Differential Fluid (Rear Axle and Front 4x4) | 20,000 mi / 24 mo≈ 32,000 km / 24 mo | — | |
| Front Differential Fluid (inspect) (3.6L V6 / 5.7L V8)Inspect the front axle fluid every 20,000 mi or 2 years; change it if the vehicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.Guide How to Change Differential Fluid (Rear Axle and Front 4x4) | 20,000 mi / 24 mo≈ 32,000 km / 24 mo | — | |
| Rear Differential Fluid (inspect) (6.4L V8 / 6.2L V8)Inspect the rear axle fluid every 24,000 mi or 24 months; change it if the vehicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, sustained high-speed driving, off-road or frequent trailer towing.Guide How to Change Differential Fluid (Rear Axle and Front 4x4) | 24,000 mi / 24 mo≈ 39,000 km / 24 mo | — | |
| Front Differential Fluid (inspect) (6.4L V8 / 6.2L V8)Inspect the front axle fluid every 24,000 mi or 24 months; change it if the vehicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, sustained high-speed driving, off-road or frequent trailer towing.Guide How to Change Differential Fluid (Rear Axle and Front 4x4) | 24,000 mi / 24 mo≈ 39,000 km / 24 mo | — | |
| Brake Inspection (3.6L V6 / 5.7L V8)Safety itemInspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and parking brake at every oil change. Inspect the brake linings and parking brake function every 20,000 mi or 2 years.Guide How to Change Brake Pads: Step-by-Step Guide | 10,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 16,000 km / 12 mo | — | |
| Brake Inspection (6.4L V8 / 6.2L V8)Safety itemInspect the brake linings every 12,000 mi or 12 months and replace if necessary; inspect the brake hoses and lines at each oil change. On vehicles with four-wheel disc brakes, adjust the parking brake every 30,000 mi. Jeep recommends DOT 3 brake fluid and suggests DOT 4 for extended track use; if DOT 4 is used, change the brake fluid every 24 months, whatever the mileage.Guide How to Change Brake Pads: Step-by-Step Guide | 12,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 19,500 km / 12 mo | — | |
| Suspension & Steering Inspection (3.6L V6 / 5.7L V8)Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends every 20,000 mi or 2 years; replace if necessary.Guide Suspension and Steering Inspection Guide | 20,000 mi / 24 mo≈ 32,000 km / 24 mo | — | |
| Suspension & Steering Inspection (6.4L V8 / 6.2L V8)Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks, and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play, every 12,000 mi or 12 months; replace if necessary.Guide Suspension and Steering Inspection Guide | 12,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 19,500 km / 12 mo | — | |
| Battery InspectionInspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required, at every oil change.Guide How to Replace a Car Battery (on a Modern Car) · The car battery and charging system: what every part does | 10,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 16,000 km / 12 mo | — | |
| Accessory Drive BeltReplace the accessory drive belt at 150,000 mi or 15 years. Inspect the belt tensioner and pulley at the same time and replace if necessary.Guide How to Replace a Serpentine Belt | 150,000 mi / 180 mo≈ 241,000 km / 180 mo | — | |
| Drive Belt InspectionInspect the accessory drive belts every 60,000 mi or 60 months and replace if necessary.Guide How to Replace a Serpentine Belt | 60,000 mi / 60 mo≈ 97,000 km / 60 mo | — | |
| PCV ValveReplace the PCV valve at 100,000 mi or 10 years. | 100,000 mi / 120 mo≈ 161,000 km / 120 mo | — | |
| PCV Valve (inspect) (6.4L V8 / 6.2L V8)Inspect the PCV valve at 90,000 mi or 90 months and replace it if necessary. | 90,000 mi / 90 mo≈ 145,000 km / 90 mo | — |
≈ converted from the other unit and rounded.
Est. costs are US-typical, in USD.
Common questions about the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee
How often does a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee need an oil change?
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee oil change interval is every 10,000 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first (estimated cost $45–$75). Change the oil and filter when the oil change indicator shows "Oil Change Required", within the next 500 mi. Frequent short trips, trailer towing, extreme temperatures and E85 use bring the message on sooner. Never exceed 10,000 mi, 12 months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first (the 350-hour limit mainly concerns fleet vehicles).
What maintenance does a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee need?
The services not to skip on a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee: engine oil & filter (3.6l v6 / 5.7l v8) every 10,000 mi / 12 mo; engine oil & filter (6.4l v8 / 6.2l v8) every 6,000 mi / 6 mo; brake inspection (3.6l v6 / 5.7l v8) every 10,000 mi / 12 mo; brake inspection (6.4l v8 / 6.2l v8) every 12,000 mi / 12 mo. The table above lists every service with its interval and an estimated cost.