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Where is the Battery Located in the Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Model: Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2, MK 4 - Years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Part: Battery

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This video shows where the battery is located in the Jeep Grand Cherokee and how to replace it if necessary. As shown, the battery is not in the traditional engine bay but inside the cabin, beneath the passenger seat.

To access it, first open the right doors, then move the seat fully forward and lift the indicated panel. Disconnect both terminals, starting with the negative, unscrew the lower mounting bolt, and fit the replacement by following the reverse procedure.


Updated on 28 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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