2019 Jeep Cherokee Battery Replacement Guide — Step-by-Step

I've replaced the battery on two 2019 Jeep Cherokees — one for a friend, one for a client — and both times the owner had been quoted $250–$350 at the dealer for a battery that costs $120–$180 at any parts store. The Cherokee's battery is in a slightly awkward spot compared to some vehicles, but it's a legitimate DIY job that takes about 30–45 minutes if you know what you're doing.

The part that trips people up is the TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) reset and the memory save procedure. This guide covers all of it.

Battery Specification: 2019 Jeep Cherokee

• Battery group: Group 48 / H6 (BCI Group 48, European H6 equivalent)
• CCA (Cold Cranking Amps): 760 CCA minimum
• OEM battery: Mopar 68089030AH

Recommended replacements:

• Optima 8040-218 YellowTop (AGM, 800 CCA) — premium pick
• Interstate MTX-48/H6 (760 CCA) — solid value
• ACDelco 48AGM (760 CCA) — direct fit

The 2019 Cherokee uses a lot of electronics — stop/start system (on some trims), active noise cancellation, radio memory — so I prefer AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries. They cost $30–$50 more but are worth it on a Cherokee.

Where Is the Battery?

Engine bay, driver's side, beneath a plastic battery cover. Accessible from the top — no lifting required.

What You'll Need

• Replacement Group 48/H6 battery
• 10mm socket and ratchet (terminal clamps)
• 13mm socket (hold-down bracket)
• Memory saver (highly recommended)
• Battery terminal cleaner
• Rags, gloves

Memory Saver — Should You Use One?

A memory saver plugs into the OBD-II port and maintains a small current while the battery is disconnected, preserving radio presets, power window programming, and ECU learned parameters. For the 2019 Cherokee, I recommend using one. The Cherokee's electronics are complex enough that losing all learned adaptations can cause a rough-running condition for 50–100 miles.

Step-by-Step: Battery Replacement

1. Turn off the ignition. If using a memory saver, plug it into the OBD-II port.
2. Remove the battery cover (2–3 plastic push-pin retainers).
3. Disconnect the NEGATIVE terminal first (black, "-") — 10mm bolt. Move the cable away from the terminal.
4. Disconnect the POSITIVE terminal (red, "+") — same process.
5. Remove the hold-down bracket (13mm bolt or nut).
6. Lift out the old battery — it weighs 40–50 lbs.
7. Inspect the battery tray and clean the terminal clamps of any corrosion.
8. Lower the new battery into the tray in correct orientation.
9. Reinstall the hold-down bracket — snug the bolt firmly.
10. Connect the POSITIVE terminal first, then the NEGATIVE.
11. Give each terminal a light tug to confirm they're seated.
12. Reinstall the battery cover.

TIPM Reset Procedure

After a battery disconnect, the TIPM re-initializes on its own in most cases:

1. With the new battery installed, do not start immediately — turn the key to ON for 2 minutes. Let all electronics initialize.
2. Start the engine normally.
3. Drive for 10–15 minutes including some stop-and-go to allow all systems to relearn.

If warning lights persist after a full drive cycle, check that both terminals are fully seated. Most codes clear within 1–2 drive cycles after battery replacement.

Cost Comparison: DIY vs. Dealer

	DIY	Dealer
Group 48/H6 AGM battery	$120–$180	Included
Labor	$0	$75–$150
Total	$120–$180	$250–$350

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