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Condition Value
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley 39.09 lbf⋅ft
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
Valve cover locking screws 59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreFlywheel
Jeep diesel straight-4 2.5 L R 425 DOHC 141 HP at 4000 RPM, 340 N⋅m 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreVibration damper
2.4 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 145 HP engine (2001.9–2008.1) 104.73 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 20.65 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 79.66 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard
Jeep diesel straight-4 2.5 L R 425 DOHC 141 HP at 4000 RPM, 340 N⋅m 8.11 lbf⋅ft
Jeep diesel straight-4 2.8 L ENR 148 HP 8.11 lbf⋅ft
Jeep diesel straight-4 2.8 L ENR 161 HP 4.43 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.16 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
2.4 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 145 HP engine (2001.9–2008.1) 22.13 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
Engine bracket 34.67 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Jeep Cherokee user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Jeep warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Jeep Cherokee service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 2008 Jeep Cherokee you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2008 Jeep Cherokee generations

In 2008 Jeep offered 2 generations of the Cherokee. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

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