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Jeep Wrangler · Model year 2016

2016 Jeep Wrangler specs, maintenance & manuals

Owner and shopper reference for the 2016 Jeep Wrangler, built from Stellantis and Mopar data: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 6 manufacturer publications.

Schedule covers
150k miles
Publications
6

2016 Jeep Wrangler specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2016 specification sheets.

General information+
Vehicle TypeTwo-door sport-utility vehicle
Assembly PlantToledo Supplier Park, Toledo, Ohio
EPA Vehicle ClassMultipurpose vehicle
Introduction Date1987
Body and chassis+
LayoutLongitudinal front engine, four-wheel drive
ConstructionLadder-type frame, open steel body
Engine: 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6+
AvailabilityStandard — all models
Type and Description60-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement (cu. in. / cc)220 cu. in. (3604 cu. cm)
Bore x Stroke3.78 x 3.27 (96 x 83)
Valve SystemChain-driven DOHC, 24 valves and hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers
Fuel InjectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionAluminum deep-skirt block, aluminum alloy heads
Compression Ratio10.2:1
Power (SAE net) (hp / kW@rpm)285 hp (209 kW) at 6,400 rpm
Torque (SAE net) (lb.-ft. / N•m)260 lb.-ft. (353 N•m) at 4,800 rpm
Max. Engine Speed (rpm)6,600 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel RequirementUnleaded regular, 87 octane (R + M)/2
Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons)18.6
Oil Capacity6.0 quarts (5.7 liters)
Coolant Capacity14 quarts (13.25 liters)
Emission ControlsDual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features
EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy)17/21
Engine Assembly PlantTrenton South Engine Plant, Trenton, Mich.
Transmission: W5A580 automatic, five-speed overdrive+
AvailabilityOptional — all models
DescriptionAdaptive electronic control or Electronic Range Select (ERS) driver-interactive manual control and electronically modulated torque converter clutch
Gear Ratios: Automatic—
1st3.59
2nd2.19
3rd1.41
4th1
5th0.83
Reverse3.16
Final Drive Ratio3.06:1
Overall Top Gear2.54
Transmission: NSG 370 manual, six-speed with overdrive+
AvailabilityStandard — all models
DescriptionSynchronized in all forward gears and Reverse, multi-rail shift system with top-mounted shift lever
ClutchHydraulic actuation
Gear Ratios—
1st4.46
2nd2.61
3rd1.72
4th1.25
5th1
6th0.797
Reverse4.06
Final Drive Ratio3.21 standard, 3.73 optional (4.10 Rubicon)
Overall Top Gear2.53 standard, 2.95 optional (3.24 Rubicon)
Transfer case: NV241 Command-Trac+
AvailableStandard — Sport and Sahara
TypePart-time
Operating Modes2WD High; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low
Center Differential TypeNone
Low Range Ratio2.72:1
Transfer case: NV241OR Rock-Trac+
AvailableStandard — Rubicon
TypePart-time
Operating Modes2WD High; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low
Center Differential TypeNone
Low Range Ratio4.0:1
Axle Ratio3.21 standard, 3.73 optional (3.73 standard Rubicon with automatic) 4.10 standard Rubicon with manual (optional for automatic)
Overall Top-gear2.53 standard, 2.95 optional (2.95 standard Rubicon with automatic) 3.24 standard Rubicon with manual (optional for automatic)
Axles+
FrontDana 30, Dana 44 on Rubicon models
Differential Type (front)Open (Dana 30) or Tru-Lok electronic locking (Dana 44)
Axle Ratios (front)3.21, 3.73, 4.10
RearDana 44
Differential Type (rear)Open (Sport and Sahara) with available Trac-Lok anti-spin, Tru-Lok electronic locking (Rubicon)
Axle Ratios (rear)3.21, 3.73, 4.10
Electrical system+
Alternator160 amp
Battery600 CCA, maintenance free
Suspension+
FrontLive axle, link coil, leading arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Stabilizer barElectronic Sway-Bar Disconnect System — standard, Rubicon
Shock type (front)Low-pressure (on 16-in. wheel packages) gas-charged shock absorbers — standard Monotube high-pressure (on 17- and 18-in. wheel packages) gas-charged shock absorbers — standard
RearLive axle, link coil, trailing arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Shock type (rear)Low-pressure (on 16-in. wheel packages) gas-charged shock absorbers — standard Monotube high-pressure (on 17- and 18-in. wheel packages) gas-charged shock absorbers — standard
Steering+
TypePower, recirculating ball with damper
Overall Ratio16.7:1 overall
Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb) (ft./m)34.6 (10.54)
Steering Turns (lock-to-lock)3.5
Power Steering PumpHydraulic
Brakes+
TypePower-assisted, anti-lock braking system
AvailabilityStandard
Front: Rotor size and type11.9 x 1.1 (302 x 28) vented rotor
Front: Caliper size and type10 (254) single-diaphragm vacuum
Rear: Rotor size and type11.9 x 1.1 (302 x 28) vented rotor
Rear: Caliper size and type2.6 (66) single-piston floating caliper
Dimensions and capacities+
Wheelbase95.4 (2424.1)
Overhang — Front26.7 (679.2)
Overhang — Rear30.6 (777.9)
Track — Front61.9 (1,572.3)
Track — Rear61.9 (1,572.3)
Overall Length (includes spare tire)164.3 (4,173.2)
Overall Width73.7 (1,872.9)
Overall Height72.5 (1,841.5)
Liftover Height27.8 (706.1)
Cargo Width at Swing-Gate Opening58.7 (1,491.0)
Cargo Height at Swing-Gate Opening37.1 (942.3)
Load Floor Height27.8 (706.1)

Dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless noted.

Clearances+
P225/75R16 Standard on SportP255/75R17 Optional on SportP255/70R18 Standard on SaharaLT255/75R17 Standard on Rubicon, Optional on Sport
Approach Angle (degrees)38.741.541.742.2
Breakover Angle (degrees)21.524.825.125.8
Departure Angle (degrees)29.131.631.832.3
Ground Clearance (inches)8.39.69.710
Curb weight+
Wrangler Sport, Manual Transmission (lbs./kg)3,760 (1,403)
Wrangler Sport, Automatic Transmission (lbs./kg)3,785 (1,413)
Wrangler Sahara, Manual Transmission (lbs./kg)3,951 (1,475)
Wrangler Sahara, Automatic Transmission (lbs./kg)3,976 (1,484)
Wrangler Rubicon, Manual Transmission (lbs./kg)4,104 (1,532)
Wrangler Rubicon, Automatic Transmission (lbs./kg)4,129 (1,541)
Accommodations+
Seating Capacity (front/rear)2/2
SAE Total Interior Passenger Volume, (cu. ft. / cu. m)88.4 (2.5)
Front: Headroom41.3 (1,048.4)
Front: Legroom41.0 (1,041.4)
Front: Shoulder Room55.8 (1,416.7)
Front: Hip Room55.6 (1,412.8)
Front: Seat Travel9.4 (239.5)
Front: EPA Front Volume Index54.6 (1.55)
Rear: Headroom40.3 (1,024.6)
Rear: Legroom35.6 (904.2)
Rear: Knee Clearance61.6 (1,565.9)
Rear: Shoulder Room44.7 (1,135.6)
Rear: Hip Room44.7 (1,135.6)
Rear: EPA Rear Seat Volume Index (cu. ft. / cu. m)48.3 (1.367)
Liftover Height27.8 (706.1)
Maximum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening58.7 (1,491.0)
Minimum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening41.2 (1,046.5)
Maximum Cargo Height at Liftgate Opening37.1 (942.3)
Minimum Cargo Height at Liftgate Opening37.0 (939.8)
Distance between Wheelhouse Interior Trim44.7 (1,135.4)
SAE Cargo Volume: Rear Seat Folded (cu. ft. / cu. m)56.5 (1.60)
SAE Cargo Volume: Rear Seat Removed (cu. ft. / cu. m)61.2 (1.73)
SAE Cargo Volume: Behind Rear Seat (cu. ft. / cu. m)12.8 (0.36)
Total Passenger plus Cargo Volume, (cu. ft. / cu. m)120.05 (3.4)
Wheels+
Wrangler SportWrangler SaharaWrangler Rubicon
AvailabilityStandard — Wrangler SportStandard — Wrangler SaharaStandard — Wrangler Rubicon
Type and MaterialPainted steel, available Low Gloss Black paintedPainted and polished cast-aluminumPainted and polished cast-aluminum
Size16 x 7.018 x 7.517 x 7.5
Tires+
Wrangler Sport (standard)Wrangler Sport (available)Wrangler Sahara (standard)Wrangler Rubicon (standard)
AvailabilityStandard — Wrangler SportAvailable — Wrangler SportStandard — Wrangler SaharaStandard — Wrangler Rubicon
Size and TypeP225/75R16, on/off-road, black sidewallP245/75R16, on/off-road, OWLP255/70R18, on/off-road, OWLLT255/75R17, on/off-road, black sidewall
Mfr. and ModelGoodyear Wrangler STBridgestone Dueler A/T Revo2Bridgestone Dueler 693BF Goodrich Mud Terrain
Revs per Mile (km)712 (441)684 (424)653 (404)650 (403)
Brakes (continued)+
Parking Brake TypeDrum-in-hat
Power-assist Type—
Four–wheel Anti-lock BrakesStandard
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
All-speed Traction ControlStandard

These rows follow the Tires table on the sheet without their own heading; they belong to the brake and stability items.

Towing capacities: Wrangler Sport 4WD+
Trans TypeTransmissionAxle RatioPayloadBase Wt.Base Wt. FrontBase Wt. RearGAWR FrontGAWR RearGCWRMax Trailer
3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT)M6NSG370 6-speed Manual (DEH)3.2110003879196619132775320060292000
3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT)M6NSG370 6-speed Manual (DEH)3.7310003879196619132775320060292000
3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT)A5WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGL)3.2110003892196119312775320060422000
3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT)A5WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGL)3.7310003892196119312775320060422000

GCWR = base weight + maximum trailer weight + 150 lb for the driver.

Towing capacities: Wrangler Sahara 4WD+
Trans TypeTransmissionAxle RatioPayloadBase Wt.Base Wt. FrontBase Wt. RearGAWR FrontGAWR RearGCWRMax Trailer
3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT)M6NSG370 6-speed Manual (DEH)3.218804055203520212775320062052000
3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT)M6NSG370 6-speed Manual (DEH)3.738804055203520212775320062052000
3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT)A5WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGL)3.218804069203020392775320062192000
3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT)A5WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGL)3.738804069203020392775320062192000

GCWR = base weight + maximum trailer weight + 150 lb for the driver.

Towing capacities: Wrangler Rubicon 4WD+
Trans TypeTransmissionAxle RatioPayloadBase Wt.Base Wt. FrontBase Wt. RearGAWR FrontGAWR RearGCWRMax Trailer
3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT)M6NSG370 6-speed Manual (DEH)4.108924132208420492775320062822000
3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT)A5WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGV)3.738924146207920672775320062962000
3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT)A5WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGV)4.108924146207920672775320062962000

GCWR = base weight + maximum trailer weight + 150 lb for the driver.

Source: 2016 Jeep Wrangler Specifications (Stellantis media site).

2016 Jeep Wrangler maintenance schedule

The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.

A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first. Engines: 3.6L.

Service20k2 yr30k3 yr40k4 yr50k5 yr60k6 yr70k7 yr80k8 yr90k9 yr100k10 yr110k11 yr120k12 yr130k13 yr140k14 yr150k15 yr
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary.
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid.
Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary
Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes.
Inspect transfer case fluid.
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter.
Replace spark plugs **
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
Change transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
Change front and rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.

At every oil change interval (as indicated by the oil change indicator system)

  • Change oil and filter.
  • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
  • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
  • Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
  • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
  • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
  • Inspect exhaust system.
  • Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
  • Inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessary.

Oil change limits

  • Oil change intervals must never exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first.
  • Severe operating conditions can bring on the change oil message as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset.

Severe duty (all models)

  • Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off-road environment, or predominately at idle or very low engine RPM.

Once a month or before a long trip

  • Check engine oil level.
  • Check windshield washer fluid level.
  • Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage.
  • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering, and automatic transmission, and fill as needed.
  • Check function of all interior and exterior lights.

Transcribed from the printed schedule in the owner's manual.

2016 Jeep Wrangler fluids & capacities

Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.

Fluid capacities

SystemApplies toUSMetric
Fuel tank (approximate)Two-door models18.6 gal70 L
Four-door models22.5 gal85 L
Engine oil with filter3.6L engine6 qt5.6 L
Cooling system3.6L engine10.5 qt9.9 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Engine coolant10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) antifreeze/coolant or equivalentMS.90032Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
Engine oilAPI certified SAE 5W-20MS-6395Mopar (Pennzoil and Shell Helix also named)
Engine oil filterMopar engine oil filter or equivalent—Mopar Engine Oil Filter
Spark plugsMopar spark plugs—Mopar Spark Plugs

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Automatic transmission (If equipped)ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid (use only ATF+4)—Mopar ATF+4
Manual transmission (If equipped)Manual transmission lubricantMS-9224Mopar Manual Transmission Lubricant
Transfer caseATF+4 automatic transmission fluid—Mopar ATF+4
Axle differential (front)SAE 80W-90 gear and axle lubricant, API GL-5—Mopar Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 80W-90)
Axle differential (rear) (226 RBI (Model 44))SAE 80W-90 gear and axle lubricant, API GL-5—Mopar Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 80W-90)
Axle differential (rear) (226 RBI (Model 44), trailer towing)SAE 75W-140 synthetic gear and axle lubricant—Mopar Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 75W-140)
Brake master cylinderDOT 3 brake fluid, SAE J1703 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 is unavailable)SAE J1703Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid
Power steering reservoirPower steering fluid +4 or ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid—Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4; Mopar ATF+4

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
3.6L engine87 octane Regular unleaded0-15% ethanol

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorqueThreadSocket
Lug nuts/bolts100 ft-lb (135 N·m)1/2" x 2019 mm
  • Cooling system capacity includes the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
  • Rear axle models with Trac-Lok require a friction-modifier additive.
  • Check the engine oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
  • Do not mix OAT coolant with HOAT or 'globally compatible' coolants; propylene glycol coolant is not recommended.

Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2016 Jeep Wrangler owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2016 model year.

On Mopar.com

Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.

2016 Jeep Wrangler questions

How much oil does the 2016 Jeep Wrangler take?

With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 6 qt / 5.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2016 Jeep Wrangler use?

Engine oil: API certified SAE 5W-20 (MS-6395) and Engine oil filter: Mopar engine oil filter or equivalent.

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2016 Jeep Wrangler?

At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the cv/universal joints; inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the front and rear axle fluid; inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes; replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2016 Jeep Wrangler owner's manual?

The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.

Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.