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WK platform

2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 5.7L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 Grand Cherokee 5.7L.

Body SUVEngine 5.7LTransmission Automatic 6-spd

The 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a WK-platform SUV propelled by a 5.7L engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission, returning an EPA-estimated 14/20/16 mpg. While routine maintenance requires 7.0 quarts of 5W-30 / 5W-20 API engine oil, mechanical upkeep is only part of the ownership picture, as the electrical system stands out as the foremost complaint area among drivers. Accumulating 799 total owner complaints and 10 recalls, this model year sits just beneath the nameplate's historical complaint peak of 2,369 in 2014 across the 1993-2026 span, marking the 2013 Grand Cherokee as a troubled chapter that immediately precedes the worst of the model's reliability struggles.

Model year201920182017201620152014201320122011

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity7.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 / 5W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque110 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy14/20/16 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 · 700 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04884899AC. 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 · 700 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04884899AC alt 68079744AD
Engine air filter04861756AA
Spark plugSP149125AF alt SP149212AC
BatteryBBH7A001AA alt BBH8A001AA
Front wiper blades68079858AA alt 68079859AA
Serpentine belt04627031AA alt 05184647AB
Thermostat52028898AJ alt 05184894AA
Cabin air filter68606182AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length189.8 in
Overall width76.4 in
Overall height69.3 in
Wheelbase115 in
Curb weight4661 lb
Track (front / rear)63.8 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)51/49

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined14 / 20 / 16 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelMidgrade Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

No 2013 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.

6.1–7.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.10 sec — 2021 L Overland V8
390 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2014Limited Hemi V8 5.7L V86.50 sec15.00 sec360 hp4x4
2011Overland V8 5.7L V87.30 sec15.40 sec360 hp4x4
2011Overland V8 5.7L V87.50 sec15.80 sec360 hp4x4
2021L Overland V8 5.7L V86.10 sec14.60 sec357 hp4x4
2021L Summit Reserve V8 5.7L V86.20 sec14.70 sec357 hp4x4
2021L Overland V8 5.7L V87.04 sec15.46 sec357 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 7.0 qt of 5W-30 / 5W-20 API engine oil, 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 110 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 FluidATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity5.3
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.1 Pints
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3 Pints
Engine Oil5W-30 · API · 5W-20 · MS-6395

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts130 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel BoltsAT: 70 ft-lbs, MT: 56 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts9 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts18 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs21 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts110 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill PlugSteel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain PlugSteel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub229 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub229 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.37 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.00 oz
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance700 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test15, Pressure should not exceed 20 psi.
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief16-20 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature195 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)56-60 psi
Injector Primary Resistance11.4-12.6 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression100
Engine Compression100 Minimum psi
Engine Oil Pressure4 psi @ Idle, 25-110 psi @ 3000 rpm psi

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH PERFORMANCE BRAKES / WITH STANDARD
Torque Caliper to Bracket41 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle148 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket41 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle148 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket20 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle89 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness0.040 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9015 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages
1Bolts 1-1025 ft. lbs
2Bolts 11-1515 ft. lbs
3Bolts 1-1040 ft. lbs
4Bolts 11-1515 ft. lbs
5Bolts 1-1090 degrees
6Bolts 11-1525 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 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 96,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 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 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 12,000 miExhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 30,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 96,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (inspect)
At 120,000 miTransmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
At 150,000 miEngine 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 requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter 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 neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe 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 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee sits in a relatively favorable position within the WK2 generation's complaint arc: it recorded 799 complaints, a sharp drop from the 1,637 of 2012 and well below the 2,369 spike in 2014, suggesting it avoided the worst of the generation's reliability trough. Recalls (10) and investigations (7) are moderate, but the 289 TSBs indicate dealers were actively addressing issues, particularly in the electrical system (236 complaints) and service brakes (87). The 26 fire complaints and 23 crash complaints are notable safety signals, though the data does not specify root causes. Compared to the 2014-2015 peak, the 2013 is a more stable choice, but it still carries above-average service history for its era. **Takeaway:** The 2013 is a better buy than the 2014 or 2015 models, but only if you verify all recall repairs and budget for potential electrical and brake system work.

10
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
289
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
7
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
799
Owner complaints
23 involved a crash · 26 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 799 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System236
Service Brakes87
Fuel/Propulsion System48
Seats42
Engine36
Power Train29
Unknown Or Other24
Electrical System,Service Brakes21

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 10 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V813000Electrical SystemReported 14/11/2019

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115. The fuel… Remedy: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) will replace the affected fuel pump relay and related wire harness. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed beginning December 19…

17V435000Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/RegulatorReported 10/07/2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 289 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S1623000028 REV.J2026-06-05StructureOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…
S1623000028 REV.I2026-05-29Electrical SystemOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…
S1623000028 REV.H2026-04-01StructureOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…
31-001-25 REV. B2025-08-16StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
91006452025-08-15Unknown Or OtherVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders…

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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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2013 Grand Cherokee 5.7L take?

7.0 qt of 5W-30 API OR 5W-20 API MEETING CHRYSLER SPECIFICATION MS-6395, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 Grand Cherokee have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 5.7L get?

EPA figures are 14 city / 20 highway / 16 combined mpg.