2008 Jeep Cherokee Third generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley | 39.09 lbf⋅ft |
| Auxiliary drive belt tensioner | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| Valve cover locking screws | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| 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° |
| 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 |
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 79.66 lbf⋅ft |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Gearbox Oil Capacity
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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.