2008 Jeep Wrangler Third generation Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| At the gearbox | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| On front axle | 81.13 lbf⋅ft |
| On rear axle | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Jeep diesel straight-4 2.8 L ENS 174 HP | 22.86 lbf⋅ft |
| Jeep gasoline V6 3.8 L EGT 196 HP | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Clutch slave cylinder | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Front | 25.08 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil filler screws. | |
| Top screws | 30.24 lbf⋅ft |
| Bottom | 39.83 lbf⋅ft |
| Lateral-fitting | 50.15 lbf⋅ft |
| Top screws | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Bottom | 39.83 lbf⋅ft |
| Lateral-fitting | 50.15 lbf⋅ft |
| With automatic gearbox | 95.15 lbf⋅ft |
| Top | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Bottom | 39.83 lbf⋅ft |
| Lateral-fitting | 50.15 lbf⋅ft |
| Jeep diesel straight-4 2.8 L ENS 174 HP | 22.86 lbf⋅ft |
| Jeep gasoline V6 3.8 L EGT 196 HP | 64.91 lbf⋅ft |
| Distributor gearbox oil drain plug | 14.75–25.08 lbf⋅ft |
| Distributor gearbox oil filler screws | 14.75–25.08 lbf⋅ft |
| With manual transmission | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| With automatic gearbox | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| With manual transmission | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Gearbox oil filter cover | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Gearbox oil sump | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Transfer box onto transmission flange connection | 25.81 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 Wrangler 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
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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2008 Jeep Wrangler generations
In 2008 Jeep offered 2 generations of the Wrangler. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.