How To Install a Battery in a Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011 - 2021
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Step by step directions for installing a new battery in a 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, or 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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Thanks! My 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee finally needed a new battery. I watched a few videos before this one but they were confusing a bit and then yours was crystal clear. One thing that was overlooked: don't forget to plug the unused hole on the positive side with the little plastic plug that comes with the new battery.
Thank you for posting! I saved $200 + and since my wife is the primary driver of our Jeep, and we live far from town, I’m a lot more confident she will be safe. By the way, I found a dime, not a quarter under my seat.
One small addition, the battery has two vent holes and only one is used in the Jeep. The small plastic bag attached to the back end of the battery has a small plug that should be used to close the forward hole on the battery. Might keep a little acid vapor out of the passenger compartment. Bag is visible at 9:35
Had my jeep for 5 years and never knew battery was under seat until i had to change it. Your video was very helpful.
I found it easier to deal with the positive terminal by putting seat all way back and get to it from the front.
Not as easy changing battery like it used to be. Thanks for the help
Actually, yes, it is...there are battery jumper connections adjacent to the right-front hood hinge (marked with red and black plastic covers) so you can jump it in a traditional manner. :)
I want to thank Overtake for this video. It has helped me replace my battery in less than thirty minutes. The information was precise and to the point. Thank you!
Dude...you rock...mine lasted 7 years!! Factory special order Summit diesel and I had no idea the battery was under P-seat! I see lot's of comments about how to jump if dead...jumper connections are UNDER-HOOD, immediately adjacent to the right-front hood hinge under red-n-black plastic factory covers...EASY DEAL!!
This really helpful to me. Thanks.
Excellent overview and instruction. Thank you very much for filming and posting.
Thanks! This was useful. I just replaced mine today (had enough juice to scoot the seat forward at least). I got a replacement from Batteries+Bulbs for ~$200. All in all not a bad deal. Appreciate the insight for how to change it.
No problem!
A couple of minor revisions to the procedure that may help and take it for what it’s worth.
For the front clips. Run the seat about 3/4 way AFT while still bing full UP. Release the front clips with the screwdriver as before but easier access. After that run seat full forward and continue with video steps.
Bracket: since I was reading about the 17 minute time limit before internal memory erase I removed the bracket first. Then removed the terminals. Same result and added another couple of minutes to the “Play Clock”. For installation you can loosely install the bracket, connect the terminals THEN final torque of the bracket.
What I also noticed was for a 2014 even though the terminal connections looked like the first day at the factory the bracket hold down nits looked trashed and corroded. Threaded fine but possibly different metals. I would have expected better condition of the bracket nits especially being inside the vehicle not exposed to the elements.
Other than that spot on!!
Awesome job. Definitely clarified some areas that others did not cover in their videos. Thanks much!
Thank you! Very easy to follow!
Thank you for this video.
You gave great directions!!!!!
You're welcome! Thanks for the kind words.
Was in a bind, this video saved the day.
Thank you for this video. Made changing the battery in my Jeep so much easier.
You’re welcome! Glad it helped.
Thank you so much , your video came very handy today :) thumbs up
Very useful video, thanks. 2012 UK model Overland, battery died and I couldn't find it under the bonnet (hood)! D'oh, under the seat!
New lifetime warranty battery bought, fairly good price at £150 (($210) for a heavy duty like this, and watching your vid helped as I realised I needed a ratchet extension first... whole swap out took 20 mins and was really straightforward. My only difference was an additional tow bar electrics in line fuse running off the positive terminal. Really useful vid, thanks.
COYI under which seat for the uk model ?
Thank you for choosing Batteries Plus! Also, thank you for sharing this video!
Thanks, watched the video and swapped the battery out in 15 minutes..
Great video and information! Never knew the Battery was under the seat.You saved me tons of money,Thank you!
You’re welcome!
Thanks for the tutorial. You saved me a couple hundred dollars!
You're welcome!
Great refresher - For anyone putting an Odyssey performance battery in their Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011-2017 with a 3.6L, their computer checker is wrong. It wants you to buy the 49-950, however, that is too long for the bracket. Apparently the 49-950 was designed for the 3.6L diesel only. For a 3.6L, you need the 94R-850 like the 5.7L and 6.4L.
Nice video, it saved me lots of time. Getting the battery out was easy but I had a couple complications putting the new one in. 1) may want wear gloves when lowering the battery into the compartment. I skinned my finger pretty good on the edge of something. 2) be sure to plug the breather hole on the far side. The new plug was on the plastic cover of the positive terminal on my new battery. 3) don't install the bracket until the positive terminal is connected. I didn't have enough space to wedge it on and needed to move the battery forward a little. 4) Have a magnet handy if your 13 mm drive can't hold the nuts. 5) the negative terminal connection isn't tight and it can slip off. According to other You-tubers I need a terminal shim.
This is all good.ideas and suggestions. I connected jumper cables from another car...not from battery to battery but from battery terminal connections under the hood. This keep power to all settings in the Jeep while I changed out old battery...but to be safe I used a disposable glove over each terminal as I disconnected them as they will have power to them from the other car, and the tip to connect the positive terminal before sliding forward is a must. All in all about 45 minutes and no way not to bang up your knuckles getting out....putting new one in was easy peasy. Battery was $229 from Auto Zone. No extra vent plug came with my battery so took out the one from the old battery. By the way got 110,000 miles out of original battery.
Dude, I read this after I did the job to thank the video poster and realized I forgot to plug the far hole so I fished out the red cover from the trash and opened her up put the plug in. Thanks. I’ll read the comments first next time.
Good hint. ALWAYS. Start engine, and ensure proper vehicle operation prior to installing the final access cover and the seat. Long way to go, I guess in this case it worked out if the seat didn’t work then that would be a good clue that something was either loose or not connected at all. I would start and make sure no stray sparks before installing the access cover.
Thank you very much for this video
I just replaced the original battery on my 2012 V6, a few comments:
--Remove the battery bracket before removing the negative and positive terminals. Once the bracket was removed, I was able to pull the battery towards me and that made access to the positive terminal much easier.
--The OEM battery only had one vent hole, but the aftermarket had two vent holes; don't forget to plug the vent-hole that is not being used.
--10mm for the terminals and a deep socket 13mm with a 12-inch extension for the bracket.
--I didn't use a memory saver and the radio stations were saved.
--The O-Reilly's Super Start H7 AGM fit perfectly.
Did the battery have a good warranty ?
Your video was great. Was going to attempt changing it myself but need the new battery and a friend of mine is going to put it in. Praying it’s the battery as has been sitting awhile.
Thanks for the video. If you want some extra juice, you can buy (or modify the existing)
diesel model battery bracket and then fit the bigger 95A / CCA 850 AGM battery. Standard size 353x175x190 mm - +. They are like 150$
I had to cut mine with my Dremel to make the larger battery fit
😊😊😊😊😊❤ great video -easy to follow. Helpful that he gives you the size of the sockets needed.
Just replaced for a 2017 model v6, there were actually 2 batteries, one small one, otherwise straight forward as the video, our passenger seat was manual so it was easy to move the seat back and forth. we picked up a H6 from Costco here in Ontario, Canada.
I'm looking to do the same on my 2017 Jeep. Were there any computer problems after changing the batteries? Thanks.
When a "very challenged at anything requiring a tool" can do this job in 15 minutes you know this is a terrific how to video. Thank you. Notes: three quarters, one dime, two highly corroded pennies found.
I would advise using grease on you hold down bracket bolts.
I kind of thought that might be the case but... if one doesn't ask and verify one might create more issues. I really appreciate the response!! Very cool!
Thank you for taking time to create and post this video you. You shared very useful and helpful info and save me a little more than $200. Thanks again!
You’re welcome! I’m glad it helped!
Great! Thanks a lot!
In your verbal description you mention 2011-2017, great how to though! Thank you
Yeah I made the video in 2017, but it is the same process for later models as well, so I have updated the title! Thanks for watching!
@@OvertakeVideo All good man, thanks for the video!
Super video. Professionally narrated and executed, start to finish with military efficiency. Positive inputs/tips from the comments below. The only thing I would have done differently is take those headphones or hearing pro that were in the back seat net and fling them across the driveway (after bumping my heard into them a few times). I know you didn't do that because your kids were out there playing. I also note that you made money on the video with the discovery of loose change on the floor.
I think putting the bracket last would be helpful as you can slide the battery backward accessing the terminals more easily,.
Great video! Clear and Concise. Question: Not sure if my problem is a battery going bad. or not... Had several Service/Alert lights all turn on at the same time in my dashboard. ALL at the same time along with the Cruise Control going out. 2017 Jeep GC still runs fine, but the ABS, Electronic Stability, and Service 4WD lights all turning on at the same time made me suspicious of the battery. I put a Code Reader on it and NO CODES came up??? Thoughts?
Great vid, the silver lining is that both 658C and 658 AGM will be best for your JGC depending on year model🔌👍🏽
Thank you! Great video! Very helpful!!!
You’re welcome!
Mine went dead too. I charged it enough to start with the correct battery charger set to AGM mode then drove it to the local chain type auto parts store and they changed it out free.
Perfect video. It was easy to follow. Thanks 🙂
Thank you for this video!!
Just watched easy to follow perfect instructions
Thank you! Glad it helped.
Great video, very helpful, thank you. I wonder how these engineers got their Diplomas/Degrees!!!!!.
I am
Best tutorial on this task I've seen. Nice work! I hope you took that quarter out before replacing the batter....as a personal "tip" for a job well done, of course! 😏
You the man!
Very helpful, took about 15 in to swap out, not cheap. I also went with Batteries + comes with 4 year.
Thank You,Excellent Video
Thank you!
Thank you, great job
Thanks!!! I’m glad it was helpful.
Thanks bro, this was great.
You’re welcome!
I'm going to do my battery soon.. I have 130K on my 2013 and the factory battery is still running very strong. I just don't feel like getting stranded so I'm going to swap it out ahead. I'm impressed with the longevity of the factory battery though> i'll keep it as a spare.
Wow 130k! That IS good. My battery was still working when i changed it at 95k miles, but you could tell when starting the car that it just didn't have the cranking power it used to. It was gradually getting worse and my fear was it would get to the point where the car would not start--so I wanted to change it before that happened.
I have a Kubota 50 hp tractor with a factory battery going on 9 years old still going strong. Would think with battery in cooler environment would last longer. There are battery posts under hood to jumpstart car by the way.
Thank you really helped
AKA_ sniper god you’re welcome!
I would normally put my plug in for the terminal protective grease about this time but since the battery is not under the hood exposed to the elements maybe not as much. With the terminals being inside in a much more climate controlled cabin the terminals look as fresh as they were from the factory. Overtake...>How say you?
Thanks for sharing your very helpful video. My vehicle is a Dodge Durango with same battery set up, and unfortunately there aren't as many helpful videos on how to change the battery
Thanks for your kind words. Good to know this also works for the Durango!
The Durango and Jeep are the same vehicle . The Durango is just on a extend chassis .
Other than an ecm error (small evap leak) that keeps appearing this is the only problem I’ve had with my Jeep GC. The batter was original (7 years old in Vegas weather) I think because it is not in the engine compartment.
great video however i did not find any money - u saved me time and money u rock
Good video. Thanks!
You’re welcome!
Thank you
Thanks for the video. Go Hoos!
Troy Patillo Thanks Troy!
Great vid. I wish you didnt need the socket extension. I'm still screwed lol
Just completed mine with out the extension it was a PAIN only had a deep socket...but great video nonetheless
thanks for the video i thought i may have to remove the seat to change the battery
Great video thank
No problem!
Thank you for taking the time to do this video!
You're welcome!
Is there a battery under the hood?
Remember you only have 17minutes to install the new battery before all your radio stations and car electrical settings are completely erased. So keep that in mind
@billt460 Took me about 10 minutes, from cables disconnected to reconnected. Removed bracket before disconnecting. Also slid seat back for easier access to front of battery (not a power seat).
I used a battery jumper on the posts under the hood to retain power to accessories.
So helpful tks.
Just bought a 2014 Grand Cherokee for the wife. I had no concept how much automotive technology had changed since buying our last car...10 years ago! In any case, I appreciated your video; the information you presented was a good step-by-step tutorial for battery replacement.
The only question I still have is, "Does something need to be done to preserve the car's computerized memory and settings while the battery is disconnected." At the end of the video, I did notice some wires that seemed to be trailing from your 12 volt auxiliary dash plug. Were these connected, via the auxiliary plug, to some sort of outboard 12 volt DC power supply or battery, for the purpose of maintaining the car's memory settings...or is this not a concern on a Jeep Grand Cherokee? Thanks for your help.
Calvin Blumhorst First, thank you for your kind words! You do not need to do anything. I don't believe any of my settings were erased except maybe my saved radio station presets. I did not have any auxiliary power source hooked up during replacement of the battery. I hope this helps!
If I ever tried this, leaving those 2 flanged nuts lying loose in the way like he did, the nuts would go flying somewhere, never ever to be found. I just took delivery of a 2018 G.C. this week. I'm wondering now whether I should make it a habit to switch off the automatic stop/start in order to lengthen the battery life.
Can you post a link to the new battery you swapped out? I cannot find one that fits properly. All the local stores carry ones that are too long so i cant get the brace back in. Thanks
So glad I got the smaller version (Cherokee) that looks like a pain in the ass to deal with.
Thanks, Good video.
Thanks for your kind words!
WOW thanks for the info. I have the the guide to remove it but was no help LMAO. Never knew where it was when I bought the jeep. However, most older jeeps do have it there. Like WW2 and Korea. to keep it dry LMAO. Thanks for the help and socket size. NOW GET A SNAP -ON tool set or Sears ratchet set. That was funny when it broke. JImmy
Thank you for the kind words! Regarding the ratchet--Yeah that one was actually a new design by craftsman that I was trying out: amzn.to/2y5t3Mm The ratchet grips around the outside and allows long studs or threaded rod to pass through the middle(in theory this eliminates the need for a deep socket). It works better for some applications than others... :)
The video is pretty good, thanks for sharing. My radio is now asking for an anti theft code, after i replaced the battery. Any idea how to fix that?
Usually there is a code card attached to your original key with the radio code. I did not have this issue though when doing mine....! Was your original battery completely dead or disconnected for an extended period of time? I would also think you could reach out to FCA and provide proof of ownership and they could provide you with the code. Good luck!
Great video! Thank you! One question for you. If the battery is dead, how would you go about moving the electric seat?
Just unbolt the seat from the floor.
everything in your your video is spot on for my jeep grand 2014. only difference is i cant pull battery out, even after removing bracket. it seems to sit in a tray that is bolted to the frame somehow. going to look under the vehicle, but any ideas?
update. just had to REALLY pull the thing up. it was more or less glued down, but finally got it. a note that i got the H8 version of the battery (both H7 and larger H8 were supposed to fit), but looks like with H8 you need a different size bracket - this is also mentioned in comments. so i returned and got the H7 size which matched original. i had to take out a plug from the original battery to block the vent hole on the + side of battery. used breather tube on the - side, same as original battery. thank you for VERY clear video. was going to keep power going to save memory, but looks like if you change battery fast enough you dont need to worry about it. i was without battery for only about 10 minutes, and everything saved. was quoted $600 to change battery, but did it for $249 and a $6 socket extenders - needed about 10 inches. THANK YOU.
thanks
Excellent. I wondered how to get the battery out...
Reading the Owners Manual, may be of some help....
@@edski7747 My owners manual had absolutely nothing on battery replacement, or the jumping point under the hood. Thank goodness for RUclips videos like this.
Hi, Thanks for that. Someone said that my problem may be an "SLI battery". When I push the starter button, nothing happens and the interior lights don't come on when the door is open. Yet I can start it if I use a jumper... What is an SLI Battery and where is it located? I have a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee with a basic package, (nothing fancy). 6 Cylinder engine.
Rich
For us non LHD is the battery in the same place ? ie under the DRIVERS seat in our case ? I would assume it would be.. Cheers
If your battery is dead use jumper terminals under hood with other or the new battery to move seat having battery under seat gives longer life to battery in extreme heat and cold up two years more remember if you have stop start or on. Board computer memory system in new Jeep use batteries savor system or jumper cables to a turned off additional vehicle battery before and while charging battery 👍🏻
I used your video to replace my wife's battery i her 2014 and it was very helpful. One question I have for you, did your Transfer Case Motor start making 3 to 4 second clicking noises when you shift into R, N, D and or back in to park? It makes no sense to me but hers now is making those clicking noises and the dealership of course is of no help unless I want hand them a hundred dollar bill.
Never had or heard of this issue! Sorry I can’t be a better help. Hopefully you are able to get it sorted out!
Thanks for the info I just bought a 2011 Overland with the Hemi.on Friday I would have never found the battery location
You're welcome!
How long does these AGM batteries last before it needs to be change?
This procedure should work on the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee as well!
Kent Harris thanks!
How do you move the seat forward when battery is dead? Are there terminals you can access to provide power elsewhere?
Went to the jeep dealer cause my navigation needs to be updated and was told that i need a new battery,i asked how much and they said $350 ! Cause if i get it installed somewhere else the check engine light would come on! I don't know if that's true or not,but my 2015 jeep grand cherokee limited has 70k miles and the battery is fine! Dealerships are vultures!
Thanks for the vid , My battery cost just over $365.00 Canadian . For starters i looked under the hood for at least a 5 min. in search mode for the battery , and yes i had to look up on line to >>>> where the hell is the battery for my Jeep Grand , i agree with you built460 , what stuuuupid place for a battery .
A super Start 94r is under 200 idk what you bought but that’s expensive
I just replaced my battery with an AGM from autozon. MY previous battery WAS mopar and it didn't have the vent tube connected at all, but when I replaced my old battery and put the new one, the cover where the battery goes, It gives directions on how to install and reinstall, it says that the vent tube has to go on the positive. Not on the negative so I'm a little confused. I don't have the tube connected right now because it doesn't reach to the positive side like the cover says, so I left it unplugged. Can someone explain please?
How are you standing in the vehicle? I can barely get my torso around with my big head and peek under the seat at it?
Somebody could tell me what type of battery is used for Gran Cherokee Overland 3.6L V6 Nafta (Gasoline i think you say). I'm from Argentina, is for my father.
On the dashboard of my 2014 cherokee it has a low battery message I changed the battery for a new one but it still has the message. Could it be that the problem was not the battery?
really clear thank you.!
Thanks a ton for your video buying mine battery at Costco great price Interstate only hope it can last a long as the one in 2011 that I've had since 2013
William Merz don’t expect a lot from Interstate batteries. We replaced the OEM with Interstate from Costco thinking the same thing and it lasted about three months,
@@stephencannon3140 That could suck this winter we'll have to see Thxs
William Merz they honored the warranty and quick fix but still. Wasn’t my vehicle but I Pushed very hard for DuraLast Gold....AGM either was not mainstream yet or had not heard of it.
However speaking of sucky jobs in the winter.....About ten years ago my 03 Durango....the battery to chassis grounding strap gave up the ghost. Changing the strap in Northern
Minnesota middle of January at 1000 in the morning with about six inches of wet, sticky, slushy snow on the ground.....character building to say the least.
2016 models have an auxiliary battery, so yes, 2 batteries under the seat. The seat needs to be removed. Not a big deal 4 15mm bolts and unplug the seat belt sensor plug and bam !! Easy access. Lol
If you connect jumper cables from the jumper connection points under the hood of the GC to another car's 12V battery the Jeep will never see a power loss.
Great tutorial. That deep socket is a must. I didn't have one and it took FOREVER. I'm thinking the engineer that designed it that way was the same moron that designed headlight replacement.
Memory saver ???
Came for the battery replacement info, stayed for the back of the head shots.
That’s my good side.
Great video 👍 how do you move seat if battery is completely dead?
Worst case you can unbolt the seat from the floor. You might also be able to get it to hold enough charge to just put the seat forward.
jump.start the car, then can move seats ... Else it's expensive in garage for manual removal of seat .....
@@OvertakeVideo F.Y.I. Under the hood on passenger side near windshield is two posts used to "jump start" or power the vehicle when the battery is depleted.