JeepGrand Cherokee20065.7L/jeep/grand-cherokee/2006/5-7l/
WK platform

2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 5.7L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2006 Grand Cherokee 5.7L.

Body SUVEngine 5.7LTransmission Automatic 5-spd

Built on the WK platform, the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.7L is an SUV pairing a 5.7L engine with a 5-speed automatic transmission, where the engine requires 5W-20 API oil with a capacity of 7 quarts with filter. This configuration returns EPA fuel economy ratings of 13/19/15 mpg. Within the model's complaint history spanning 1993 to 2026, this specific year generated 1297 total owner complaints and 6 recalls, with the Electrical System emerging as the top complaint area. While these figures fall between the lineage's peak of 2369 complaints in 2014 and the low of 9 in 2026, the volume places the 2006 model in a moderate position within the long-term data set.

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Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity7 qt w/ filterOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque95 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy13/19/15 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 04781452BF. Note the factory cabin air filter is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known.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
Tire sizeP235-65R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04781452BF alt 05281090AB
Engine air filter05018777AC
Spark plugSPZFR6F11G alt 68303913AA
Battery55396408AE alt 04608719AD
Front wiper blades05139095AA
Serpentine belt68495977AA alt 53032037AJ
Thermostat52028898AJ alt 68174083AA
Cabin air filter68535603AA discontinued

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length186.6 in
Overall width73.2 in
Overall height67.7 in
Wheelbase109.4 in
Curb weight4440 lb
Track (front / rear)61.8 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined13 / 19 / 15 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

No 2006 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.

6.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.80 sec — 2005 Limited V8
330 hpHorsepower (as tested)
375 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2005Limited V8 5.7L V86.80 sec15.30 sec330 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 7 qt w/ filter of 5W-20 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 20.0 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 FluidATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity5.5
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5 · SYNTHETIC
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3.6 Pints
Engine CoolantHOAT · MS9769
Engine CoolantHOAT · MS9769
Engine Oil5W-20 · API

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts129 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
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug20.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs21 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts95 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 Hub100 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerChampion
Spark Plug Gap0.045 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeND 8 oil
Oil Capacity4.40 oz
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance730 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test15, Pressure should not exceed 20 psi.
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-16 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature186-193 °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

Torque Caliper to Bracket18 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle125 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness0.030 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.030
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0005 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in / 0.007 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.122 in / 0.492 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.121 in / 0.491 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 3 stages

Prep M12 bolts:

125 ft. lbs.25 ft. lbs
240 ft. lbs.40 ft. lbs
390 degrees; M8 bolts:90 degrees
115 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
215 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
325 ft. lbs.25 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 100,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 100,000 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 miBrake Line (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 12,000 miSteering Linkage (inspect)
Every 18,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Disc Brake Caliper Guide Pin (lubricate)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miPCV Valve (inspect)
Every 100,000 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 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee marks a notable inflection point in its generation’s federal record. Complaints dropped sharply from the 2005 peak of 2,051 to 1,297 in 2006, while recalls fell from five to six—still above the 2007–2008 average but far below the double-digit figures of earlier years. Electrical system complaints dominate the 2006 data (519 of 1,297), a trend that persists across the generation but peaks in this model year, suggesting unresolved wiring or module issues. Compared to 2005’s broader quality concerns and 2007’s relative stabilization, the 2006 model sits in a transitional phase where early build issues were partially addressed but electrical gremlins remained prevalent. Crash (47) and fire (7) complaints are consistent with adjacent years, offering no red flags beyond the norm. **Takeaway:** While the 2006 is a better bet than the troubled 2005, its elevated electrical complaints and mid-cycle position make it a riskier choice than the more refined 2007–2008 models.

6
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
87
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
1,297
Owner complaints
47 involved a crash · 7 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1,297 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System519
Power Train92
Structure86
Unknown Or Other45
Engine & Engine Cooling37
Electrical System,Engine34
Power Train,Electrical System34
Engine28

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 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 87 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
91006452025-08-15Unknown Or OtherVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders…
1012322024-10-29Power TrainPlate - Planetary
90040092021-04-07Power TrainTransmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles…
90043612021-03-31Power TrainNAG1 Transmission Before installing the transmission with the engine, check for dowel…
90043612021-03-31Power TrainNAG1 Transmission Before installing the transmission with the engine, check for dowel…

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 2006 Grand Cherokee 5.7L take?

7 qt w/ filter of 5W-20 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2006 Grand Cherokee have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 5.7L get?

EPA figures are 13 city / 19 highway / 15 combined mpg.