6.1 SRT8 4x4 with gasoline V8 6.1 L 420 HP engine (2006.3–2010.12)
32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
6.1 SRT8 4x4 with gasoline V8 6.1 L 420 HP engine (2006.3–2010.12)
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Rear axle brake hose
22.86 lbf⋅ft22.86 lbf⋅ft31 N⋅m
Rear axle brake line
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle wheel speed sensor
6.1 SRT8 4x4 with gasoline V8 6.1 L 420 HP engine (2006.3–2010.12)
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
Bottom
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Top
70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
Rear axle Panhard rod diagonal trussing
140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm
expand_moreOn chassis
Bottom
129.81 lbf⋅ft129.81 lbf⋅ft176 N⋅m
Top
95.15 lbf⋅ft95.15 lbf⋅ft129 N⋅m
expand_moreOn rear axle
Bottom
154.89 lbf⋅ft154.89 lbf⋅ft210 N⋅m
Top
100.31 lbf⋅ft100.31 lbf⋅ft136 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
89.98 lbf⋅ft89.98 lbf⋅ft122 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the suspension strut
89.98 lbf⋅ft89.98 lbf⋅ft122 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabilizer bar of rear axle to mounting bracket
30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
Track control arm lower
154.89 lbf⋅ft154.89 lbf⋅ft210 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Track control arm upper
95.15 lbf⋅ft95.15 lbf⋅ft129 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreOn rear axle
Wheel bearing unit
87.77 lbf⋅ft87.77 lbf⋅ft119 N⋅m
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Union nuts
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Wheel attachment
85.56–115.06 lbf⋅ft85.56–115.06 lbf⋅ft116–156 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Jeep Grand 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.
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 Grand 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 Grand Cherokee you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.