Jeep Cherokee 3 (2002-2007) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay
Updated: January 21, 2024

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Jeep Cherokee 3 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque specs for Jeep Cherokee 3

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 30 22
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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  • Production years: 2002 - 2007
  • Generation: 3
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Jeep Liberty

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan bolts 16 12
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Oil dipstick Oil dipstick tube to Engine block bolt 15 11
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Oil feeder Oil fill tube bolts 12 9
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump bolts 28 21
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump cover bolts 12 9
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Oil pump Oil pickup tube bolt and nut 28 21
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap bolts 27 20 Stage 1
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 27 20 Step 1, Bolts 1-8
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 14 10 Step 2, Bolts 9 through 12
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 26 19 Step 4, Bolts 9-12
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head cover bolts and studs 12 9
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 12 9 Stage 1
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Engine mounts Engine mount bracket to Block bolts 61 45
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bolts 28 21 M8 bolts
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bolts 54 40 M10 bolts
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolts 122 90 Non-oiled
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap bolts 11 8
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Crankshaft Bedplate retraining bolts 54 40 Stage 1, Bolts 1A-1J
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Crankshaft Bedplate retraining bolts 7 5 Stage 2, Bolts 1-8
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Crankshaft Bedplate retraining bolts 27 20 Stage 4, Bolts A-E
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft damper bolt 175 129
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Crankshaft Counterbalance shaft retaining bolt 28 21
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Water pump Water pump bolts 58 43
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Radiator Thermostat housing bolts 12 9
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain cover bolts 58 43
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain guide bolts 28 21
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain tensioner arm 28 21
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain primary tensioner bolts 28 21
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing drive idler sprocket bolt 34 25
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Clutch pressure plate Pressure plate bolts 50 37
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel bolts 81 60
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flexplate bolts 95 70
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Transmission mount/case Engine to Transmission bellhousing bolts 41 30
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Transmission mount/case Rear mount to Transmission bolts 46 34
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold bolts 25 18
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold heat shield nuts 8 6 Stage 1
  • 3.7L PowerTech V6 Gasoline Engine
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Cherokee 3

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