{"id":355,"date":"2026-06-03T07:25:28","date_gmt":"2026-06-03T11:25:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2008-jeep-grand-cherokee-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-06-03T07:25:28","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T11:25:28","slug":"2008-jeep-grand-cherokee-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2008-jeep-grand-cherokee-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0L Diesel Turbo Maintenance Guide & Oil Specs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What oil does a 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0L Diesel Turbo take?<\/h2>\n

The 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code [M] Diesel Turbo requires a 5W-30 viscosity oil. For a standard oil change including the filter, the capacity is 10 quarts. AMSOIL recommends using AMSOIL 5W-30 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/a> (Product Code: DP530QT-EA<\/a>) for outstanding protection.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the AMSOIL lookup, here are the recommended products for your 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel engine and related systems:<\/p>\n

Engine Oil & Filter<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart\/Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 5W-30 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/td>\nDP530QT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MANN-FILTERS Oil Filter<\/td>\nHU821X-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Air & Cooling Systems<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart\/Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
WIX Air Filter<\/td>\n42329-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze and Engine Coolant<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Transmission Fluid<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart\/Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/td>\nATFPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL OE Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/td>\nOTFQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications & Details<\/h2>\n

Proper lubrication is vital for the longevity of the 3.0L diesel turbo engine. Below are the confirmed technical specifications for your oil service.<\/p>\n

Oil Viscosity and Grade<\/h3>\n
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Specification<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Viscosity<\/td>\n5W-30 (All TEMPS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Lookup Oil Grade<\/td>\nSEO10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Oil Capacity and Torque<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n
Component<\/th>\nCapacity\/Torque<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Engine Oil Capacity (with filter)<\/td>\n10 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n22 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Critical Maintenance Note:<\/strong> Any time the oil is drained and filled, it is critical to wait 15 minutes before starting the engine. Before checking the engine oil level, turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan.<\/p>\n

Automatic Transmission Fluid Specifications<\/h2>\n

The transmission requirements vary depending on your specific drivetrain configuration (RWD vs 4WD). The AMSOIL lookup notes that Mopar ATF+4 P\/N 05013457AA is referenced for these applications.<\/p>\n

545RFE RWD Configuration<\/h3>\n
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Metric<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Fill Capacity<\/td>\n14.1 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Initial Fill Capacity<\/td>\n5.5 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

545RFE 4WD Configuration<\/h3>\n
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Metric<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Fill Capacity<\/td>\n14.1 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Initial Fill Capacity<\/td>\n6.6 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

W5J400 & W5A580 Configurations<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n
Transmission<\/th>\nTotal Fill<\/th>\nInitial Fill<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
W5J400<\/td>\n8.1 quarts<\/td>\n5.3 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
W5A580<\/td>\n8.1 quarts<\/td>\n5.3 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note for W5J400\/W5A580: The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal conditions. If a leak occurs, check with a dealer to have the level inspected.<\/em><\/p>\n

Diesel maintenance notes for this vehicle<\/h2>\n