🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Jeep Model: Grand Cherokee Generation: WK Model Year: 2006 Codes Chassis Code: WK 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Full-size Luxury SUV Key Selling Points: Off-road capability, luxurious interior, powerful engine options, towing capacity Competitive Analysis Direct Competitors 2006: Chevrolet TrailBlazer, Ford Explorer, Toyota 4Runner, Nissan Pathfinder, Land Rover LR3 Key Features Vehicle Off Road Systems: Quadra-Trac II 4WD system, available Quadra-Drive II 4WD system Comfort Features: Premium audio systems, dual-zone climate control, heated seats (optional), navigation system (optional) 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Owner's Information and Operation Secondary Coverage: Maintenance, Safety Features, Controls, and Troubleshooting Page Count Estimated Pages: Approximately 300-400 pages (typical for this era and vehicle class) Manual Type Type: Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Printed Book (assumed from context of sales business) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine operation (gasoline), transmission operation (automatic) Chassis: Brake system basics, steering system basics, suspension basics Electrical: Instrument cluster, indicator lights, dashboard controls, basic electrical features (lighting, power windows) Comfort Convenience: Climate control operation, audio system operation, cruise control, security system features Safety Restraint: Seat belt operation and adjustment, SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) / Airbag system overview, child protection (child seat installation guidance) Procedures Included Operation: Vehicle startup, driving techniques, parking, fuel filling, cargo loading Maintenance: Fluid level checks (oil, coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid), tire pressure checks, basic maintenance reminders (Minder system), vehicle storage instructions Troubleshooting: Flat tire replacement, jump-starting a dead battery, identifying and addressing overheating, fuse identification and replacement Technical Depth Depth: Consumer-level operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. Does not cover in-depth mechanical repair or diagnostic procedures typically found in a service manual. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Quality: N/A (Printed) Print Quality Paper Type: Durable paper stock, typically glossy or semi-gloss for images and text. Print Type: Offset printing for clarity and longevity. Binding Type Binding: Perfect binding or saddle-stitch, allowing pages to lay relatively flat. Language Edition Language: English ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: 3.7L PowerTech V6 (EPK) Displacement: 3.7 Liters / 3701 cc Configuration: V6 (90-degree bank angle) Horsepower Peak: 210 hp @ 5200 rpm (approx.) Torque Peak: 235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (approx.) Fuel System: Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPI) Engine Type: Naturally Aspirated Gasoline Optional Engine Engine Code: 5.7L HEMI V8 (ECA) Displacement: 5.7 Liters / 5654 cc Configuration: V8 (90-degree bank angle) Horsepower Peak: 330 hp @ 5000 rpm (approx.) Torque Peak: 370 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (approx.) Fuel System: Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI) with Multi-Displacement System (MDS) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 5-Speed Automatic (W5A580) Drive Type: RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive) standard on some trims Optional Transmission Type: 5-Speed Automatic (W5A580) with 4WD systems Drive Type: 4WD (Four-Wheel Drive) with Quadra-Trac II or Quadra-Drive II Features Overdrive Gears: 5 speeds, including overdrive Transmission Fluid Spec: Chrysler ATF+4 (MS-9602) - Verify with specific vehicle VIN or a dealer for exact fluid type. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 188.8 inches (4795 mm) Width: 74.9 inches (1902 mm) Height: 70.4 inches (1788 mm) Wheelbase: 116.0 inches (2946 mm) Weights Curb Weight Base: Approximately 4,500 - 4,800 lbs (2041 - 2177 kg) depending on engine and drivetrain Cargo Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row: Approximately 34.5 cubic feet (977 liters) Cargo Volume Max: Approximately 72.3 cubic feet (2047 liters) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Driver Impact: Good (for 2006 model year ratings) NHTSA Front Passenger Impact: Good (for 2006 model year ratings) IIHS Frontal Offset: Acceptable (for 2006 model year ratings) Active Features ABS: Standard (Anti-lock Braking System) Traction Control: Standard (Electronic Stability Control - ESP, Traction Control System - TCS) Brake Assist: Available Passive Features Airbags: Front airbags, side curtain airbags (optional on some trims), front side airbags (optional on some trims) Seat Belts: Three-point seat belts with pretensioners for front occupants, three-point seat belts for rear occupants Child Safety Latch Anchors: Standard Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) system 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Premium Boston Acoustics sound system available, standard AM/FM/CD player, optional CD/MP3 changer. Navigation: Optional DVD-based navigation system Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Standard electronic cruise control Parking Assist: Rear parking assist sensors available Connectivity Bluetooth: Uconnect Bluetooth hands-free communication system available on later production models or as an aftermarket addition. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 3,000-7,500 miles (5,000-12,000 km) or 6 months, depending on driving conditions (severe vs. normal) and oil type used. Consult manual for specific recommendations. Tire Rotation Interval: Every 5,000-7,500 miles (8,000-12,000 km) Transmission Fluid Change Interval: Refer to manual; typically around 30,000-100,000 miles (48,000-160,000 km) depending on usage. Often recommended sooner for towing or severe duty. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 (API Certified - consult owner's manual for exact specification and viscosity based on temperature range and engine) Coolant Type: Chrysler/Mopar OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or HOAT...
Flat tire replacement, jump-starting a dead battery, identifying and addressing overheating, fuse identification and replacement
Technical Depth
Depth:
Consumer-level operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. Does not cover in-depth mechanical repair or diagnostic procedures typically found in a service manual.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Quality:
N/A (Printed)
Print Quality
Paper Type:
Durable paper stock, typically glossy or semi-gloss for images and text.
Print Type:
Offset printing for clarity and longevity.
Binding Type
Binding:
Perfect binding or saddle-stitch, allowing pages to lay relatively flat.
Language
Edition Language:
English
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Code:
3.7L PowerTech V6 (EPK)
Displacement:
3.7 Liters / 3701 cc
Configuration:
V6 (90-degree bank angle)
Horsepower Peak:
210 hp @ 5200 rpm (approx.)
Torque Peak:
235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (approx.)
Fuel System:
Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPI)
Engine Type:
Naturally Aspirated Gasoline
Optional Engine
Engine Code:
5.7L HEMI V8 (ECA)
Displacement:
5.7 Liters / 5654 cc
Configuration:
V8 (90-degree bank angle)
Horsepower Peak:
330 hp @ 5000 rpm (approx.)
Torque Peak:
370 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (approx.)
Fuel System:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI) with Multi-Displacement System (MDS)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
5-Speed Automatic (W5A580)
Drive Type:
RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive) standard on some trims
Optional
Transmission Type:
5-Speed Automatic (W5A580) with 4WD systems
Drive Type:
4WD (Four-Wheel Drive) with Quadra-Trac II or Quadra-Drive II
Features
Overdrive Gears:
5 speeds, including overdrive
Transmission Fluid Spec:
Chrysler ATF+4 (MS-9602) - Verify with specific vehicle VIN or a dealer for exact fluid type.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
188.8 inches (4795 mm)
Width:
74.9 inches (1902 mm)
Height:
70.4 inches (1788 mm)
Wheelbase:
116.0 inches (2946 mm)
Weights
Curb Weight Base:
Approximately 4,500 - 4,800 lbs (2041 - 2177 kg) depending on engine and drivetrain
Cargo
Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row:
Approximately 34.5 cubic feet (977 liters)
Cargo Volume Max:
Approximately 72.3 cubic feet (2047 liters)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Front Driver Impact:
Good (for 2006 model year ratings)
NHTSA Front Passenger Impact:
Good (for 2006 model year ratings)
IIHS Frontal Offset:
Acceptable (for 2006 model year ratings)
Active Features
ABS:
Standard (Anti-lock Braking System)
Traction Control:
Standard (Electronic Stability Control - ESP, Traction Control System - TCS)
Brake Assist:
Available
Passive Features
Airbags:
Front airbags, side curtain airbags (optional on some trims), front side airbags (optional on some trims)
Seat Belts:
Three-point seat belts with pretensioners for front occupants, three-point seat belts for rear occupants
Child Safety
Latch Anchors:
Standard Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) system
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Premium Boston Acoustics sound system available, standard AM/FM/CD player, optional CD/MP3 changer.
Navigation:
Optional DVD-based navigation system
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard electronic cruise control
Parking Assist:
Rear parking assist sensors available
Connectivity
Bluetooth:
Uconnect Bluetooth hands-free communication system available on later production models or as an aftermarket addition.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,000-7,500 miles (5,000-12,000 km) or 6 months, depending on driving conditions (severe vs. normal) and oil type used. Consult manual for specific recommendations.
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 5,000-7,500 miles (8,000-12,000 km)
Transmission Fluid Change Interval:
Refer to manual; typically around 30,000-100,000 miles (48,000-160,000 km) depending on usage. Often recommended sooner for towing or severe duty.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 (API Certified - consult owner's manual for exact specification and viscosity based on temperature range and engine)
Coolant Type:
Chrysler/Mopar OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) coolant meeting MS-9769 or MS-12106 standards. Typically a pink or orange color.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid (consult owner's manual for precise specification)
Power Steering Fluid Type:
Chrysler/Mopar Power Steering Fluid (MS-5901) or equivalent
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads and rotors, suspension components (ball joints, control arm bushings), exhaust system components, fuel pump, radiator and cooling fan assemblies, interior trim wear.
Common Issues
Powertrain Potential Problems:
Some HEMI engines can experience valve spring issues or oil consumption. Transmission solenoids or valve bodies can fail over time. Transfer case actuator issues in 4WD models.
Electrical Potential Problems:
Faulty window regulators, climate control module failures, radio/infotainment system glitches, CAN bus communication errors.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Brand Focus:
Jeep, a division of Chrysler, is renowned for its off-road prowess and rugged vehicles.
Model Evolution
Wk Generation Intro:
The WK Grand Cherokee was introduced for the 2005 model year, replacing the WJ generation. It marked a significant styling and mechanical update.
2006 Updates:
The 2006 model year saw the introduction of the powerful 5.7L HEMI V8 engine option and minor refinements to features and packaging.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Jefferson North Assembly Plant, Detroit, Michigan, USA