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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 4.7L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2005 Grand Cherokee 4.7L.

Body SUVEngine 4.7LTransmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee rides on the WK platform, combining a 4.7-liter engine with a 5-speed automatic transmission in an SUV body that takes 6 quarts of 5W-30 oil with filter changes and delivers an EPA-rated 14/18/15 mpg. This model year accumulated 2,051 owner complaints—predominantly centered on the electrical system—and five recalls, placing it near the upper end of the Grand Cherokee’s complaint history, where the peak year 2014 saw 2,369 complaints and the lowest year 2026 recorded just 9.

Model year2008 2006 2005 2001 2000 1999

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity6 qt w/ filterOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque95 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy14/18/15 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 05281090AB. Note the factory cabin air filter is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 730 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	05281090AB alt 04781452BF
Engine air filter	05018777AC
Spark plug	68303918AA alt SPZFR6F11G
Battery	55396408AE alt BBH7F001AA
Front wiper blades	05139095AA
Serpentine belt	68495977AA alt 53032037AJ
Thermostat	68174083AA alt 52028898AJ
Cabin air filter	68535603AA discontinued

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic 5-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	186.6 in
Overall width	73.2 in
Overall height	67.7 in
Wheelbase	109.4 in
Curb weight	4440 lb
Track (front / rear)	61.8 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	14 / 18 / 15 mpg
Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuel	Regular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

No 2005 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.

8.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.00 sec — 2006 Laredo V8

235 hpHorsepower (as tested)

305 lb-ftTorque (as tested)

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2006	Laredo V8 4.7L V8	8.00 sec	16.30 sec	235 hp	4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 6 qt w/ filter of 5W-30 API engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 · SYNTHETIC in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 95 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	5.3
Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil	80W-90 · GL-5 · SYNTHETIC
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	3.6 Pints
Engine Coolant	HOAT · MS9769
Engine Oil	5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity	6 qt w/ filter

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	129 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts	45 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	8.8 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	18 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	25.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	21 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	95 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug	Steel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug	Steel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	100 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Champion
Spark Plug Gap	0.040 in
Spark Plug Torque	20.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	ND 8 oil
Oil Capacity	4.40 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	730 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test	15, Pressure should not exceed 20 psi.
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	14-16 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	186-193 °F
Injector Primary Resistance	10.8-13.2 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression	100 Minimum psi
Engine Oil Pressure	4 psi @ Idle, 25-110 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash	Hydraulic in
Exhaust Valve Lash	Hydraulic in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	18 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	125 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	0.030 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness	0.030
Rotor Max Parallel Variation	0.0005 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.002 in / 0.007 in
Rotor Minimum Machining	1.122 in / 0.492 in
Rotor Discard at or Under	1.121 in / 0.491 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

20 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

20 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Lubricate bolt thread with clean engine oil · M8 bolts, coat bolt heads with lock and seal adhesive

1	bolts 1-10	15 ft. lbs
2	bolts 1-10	35 ft. lbs
2	bolts 11-14	18 ft. lbs
3	bolts 1-10	90 degrees
3	22

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 4 stages

1	Install the bedplate retaining bolts and tighten to 26 inch lbs.	26 in
2	40 ft. lbs.	40 ft. lbs
3	90 degrees.	90 degrees
4	20 ft. lbs.	20 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi; coolant every 6,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 6,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 6,000 mi	Brake Line (inspect) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 12,000 mi	Steering Linkage (inspect) · Suspension Ball Joint (inspect)
Every 18,000 mi	Brake Linings (inspect) · Disc Brake Caliper Guide Pin (lubricate)
Every 30,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 60,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	PCV Valve (inspect)
Every 100,000 mi	Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified

Tool required	DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
Why	Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module

Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified

When needed	After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool required	DRBIII scan tool
Also required	The vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2005 Grand Cherokee marks the debut of the WK generation and records 2,051 complaints — the highest annual total since 1999's 2,113 and a sharp jump from 1,294 in 2004 — while recalls fall to just five (down from 14 the prior year) and investigations drop to one. Electrical System complaints dominate at 680, followed by Structure (272) and Power Train (143), with 82 crash and 24 fire complaints logged; the data does not specify root causes for these categories. TSBs rise to 117 from 81 in 2004, reflecting elevated service activity typical of a launch year. The subsequent two years show rapid improvement: complaints fall to 1,297 in 2006 and 1,108 in 2007, with recalls holding at six to seven and investigations at two. This pattern indicates a first-year surge in reported issues that largely did not escalate to federal safety actions. For a buyer, the 2005 carries above-average complaint volume but low recall/investigation counts; if purchasing, prioritize verifying electrical and structural repairs and budget for potential out-of-warranty fixes.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

117

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

2,051

Owner complaints

82 involved a crash · 24 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 2,051 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System680

Structure272

Power Train143

Structure,Latches/Locks/Linkages98

Unknown Or Other97

Latches/Locks/Linkages57

Engine & Engine Cooling56

Power Train,Electrical System48

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

14V438000Electrical System:Ignition:SwitchReported 21/07/2014

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on…

09E012000Exterior LightingReported 07/04/2009

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE… Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 117 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
9100645	2025-08-15	Unknown Or Other	Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders…
101232	2024-10-29	Power Train	Plate - Planetary
S2208000136	2022-07-09	Electrical System	Security Module Lock Out After Entering the PIN to Unlock The Wireless Control Module…
S2208000136	2022-07-09	Electrical System	Security Module Lock Out After Entering the PIN to Unlock The Wireless Control Module…
9004009	2021-04-07	Power Train	Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 94R battery Vehicles taking 6 qt w/ filter WK-platform vehicles Engine oil filter 05281090AB Engine air filter 05018777AC Spark plug 68303918AA Battery 55396408AE

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2005 Grand Cherokee 4.7L take?

6 qt w/ filter of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2005 Grand Cherokee have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 4.7L get?

EPA figures are 14 city / 18 highway / 15 combined mpg.