2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), tightened with a 13/16 in (21mm) socket on 1/2"-20 UNF studs. Torque in a star pattern in two passes (snug, then final), and re-check after the first 50–100 miles of driving. Use a calibrated torque wrench — not an impact gun — for the final pass.

Lug nut torque: 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) · Socket size: 13/16 in (21mm) · Thread: 1/2"-20 UNF.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic. Use it before any maintenance or repair job where torque values matter — brake work, wheel changes, suspension service, engine teardowns, or oil changes. Specs are pulled from manufacturer service literature, cross-checked against community data, and updated as new chassis variants become available.

Stellantis (Jeep/Ram/Dodge/Chrysler) torque values: Wrangler/Cherokee lug nuts spec 100 ft-lbs (135 Nm), Ram 1500 specs 135 ft-lbs (183 Nm), Ram 2500/3500 specs 160 ft-lbs (217 Nm). Most use a 19mm or 22mm socket with M14x1.5 thread on trucks. The Wrangler's hub-centric ring is critical — do not run hub-piloted wheels without it.

Common fastener categories on the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic

Wheel / lug nut torque and thread spec (covered above)
Brake caliper bracket bolts (typically 80-130 ft-lbs) and slide/guide pins (18-35 ft-lbs)
Engine oil drain plug torque — rarely above 30 ft-lbs; always use a new crush washer
Transmission pan, valve cover, and intake manifold bolts (low torque, often 89-106 in-lbs)
Suspension control arm, sway bar, tie rod end and ball joint torque
Spark plug torque (typically 10-15 ft-lbs on aluminum heads — do not exceed)
Differential cover bolts (RWD/4WD only) and transfer case fasteners

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2001 model-year work: Always use a calibrated torque wrench for safety-critical fasteners, and replace lock washers and crush washers on every reassembly.

Tools you will need

Metric socket set (8mm-22mm), 6-point impact-rated
Calibrated torque wrench (10-150 ft-lbs covers most automotive jobs; add a 0-250 ft-lbs wrench for truck lug nuts)
Breaker bar (24" minimum) for initial loosening
Penetrating oil (PB Blaster or Kroil) for any fastener over 5 years old
Anti-seize on stainless or dissimilar-metal threads; thread-locker (Loctite blue) on critical reassembly

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), using a 13/16 in (21mm) socket on 1/2"-20 UNF thread studs. Use a calibrated torque wrench in a star pattern, in two passes (50% and 100%), and re-check after 50-100 miles of driving.

What socket size do I need for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic lug nuts?

The 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic uses a 13/16 in (21mm) socket. A 6-point impact-rated socket is recommended over a 12-point chrome socket — 12-points round off lug nuts under impact-driver use.

Are the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic fasteners metric or SAE?

Metric is the standard for this vehicle. Most fasteners on this vehicle are metric (M6, M8, M10, M12, M14). Bring a full metric set; SAE substitutes can round the head. Bolt-head markings are the fastest way to confirm grade and material at the bench.

Other Jeep Cherokee Classic years

Same model, different model year — fastener spec may change. Always confirm against the year for your VIN.

→ 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic engine & transmission mount torque specs

All 119 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both. 2 of the 119 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Wheels — 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic. At the wheel hub, the lug nut - position 5 torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (13/16 in (21mm) drive, 1/2"-20 UNF thread). For the wheel hub, plan for a 13/16 in (21mm) tool on a 1/2"-20 UNF stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (lug nut - position 4). Hub bearing bolt - front right tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the wheel hub. The hub bearing bolt - front left uses a 15mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 65 ft-lbs at the wheel hub. At the wheel speed sensor, the wheel speed sensor bolt - rear left torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the wheel hub, plan for a 13/16 in (21mm) tool on a 1/2"-20 UNF stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (lug nut - position 1). Hub bearing bolt - rear left tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the wheel hub. The wheel speed sensor bolt - front right uses a 8mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the wheel speed sensor. At the wheel hub, the lug nut - position 3 torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (13/16 in (21mm) drive, 1/2"-20 UNF thread). For the wheel hub, plan for a 15mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 65 ft-lbs (hub bearing bolt - rear right). Lug nut - position 2 tightens to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), takes a 13/16 in (21mm) driver, runs on 1/2"-20 UNF threads, located at the wheel hub. The wheel speed sensor bolt - front left uses a 8mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the wheel speed sensor. At the wheel speed sensor, the wheel speed sensor bolt - rear right torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M6x1.0 thread).

Brakes — 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic

Brake fasteners on the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. For the caliper slide, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (caliper slide pin - front right lower). Brake line fitting - front left tightens to 12 ft-lbs, takes a 11mm driver, runs on M10x1.0 threads, located at the brake line. The caliper slide pin - front left lower uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs at the caliper slide. At the caliper bracket, the caliper bracket bolt - rear right upper torques to 85 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the caliper bracket, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 85 ft-lbs (caliper bracket bolt - front right lower). Caliper bracket bolt - front right upper tightens to 85 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the caliper bracket. The brake line fitting - rear right uses a 11mm drive on a M10x1.0 thread, torqued to 12 ft-lbs at the brake line. At the brake line, the brake line fitting - rear left torques to 12 ft-lbs (11mm drive, M10x1.0 thread). For the caliper bracket, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 85 ft-lbs (caliper bracket bolt - rear left lower). Caliper bracket bolt - front left lower tightens to 85 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the caliper bracket. The caliper slide pin - front left upper uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs at the caliper slide. At the caliper slide, the caliper slide pin - front right upper torques to 25 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the brake line, plan for a 11mm tool on a M10x1.0 stud; final torque is 12 ft-lbs (brake line fitting - front right). Caliper bracket bolt - rear left upper tightens to 85 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the caliper bracket. The caliper bracket bolt - rear right lower uses a 18mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 85 ft-lbs at the caliper bracket. At the caliper bracket, the caliper bracket bolt - front left upper torques to 85 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x1.5 thread).

Engine — 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Timing cover bolt - upper tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the timing cover. The water pump bolt - upper uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the water pump. At the engine mount, the motor mount bolt - rear torques to 75 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the starter motor, plan for a 15mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (starter bolt - lower). Valve cover bolt - front tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the valve cover. The alternator bolt - lower uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 30 ft-lbs at the alternator bracket. At the alternator bracket, the alternator bolt - upper torques to 30 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the alternator bracket, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 30 ft-lbs (alternator bolt - adjuster). Starter bolt - upper tightens to 35 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the starter motor. The exhaust manifold stud - rear uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs at the exhaust manifold. At the intake manifold, the intake manifold bolt - right torques to 18 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 10mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 65 ft-lbs (cylinder head bolt - front left). Water pump bolt - lower tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the water pump. The exhaust manifold stud - front uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs at the exhaust manifold. At the cylinder head, the cylinder head bolt - front right torques to 65 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the valve cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (valve cover bolt - center). Timing cover bolt - side tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the timing cover. The intake manifold bolt - rear uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the intake manifold. At the engine mount, the motor mount bolt - front left torques to 75 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the valve cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (valve cover bolt - rear). Cylinder head bolt - center tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the cylinder head. The oil pan bolt - side uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the oil pan. At the oil pan, the oil pan bolt - front left torques to 18 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the intake manifold, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (intake manifold bolt - center). Cylinder head bolt - rear right tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the cylinder head. The cylinder head bolt - rear left uses a 10mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 65 ft-lbs at the cylinder head. At the valve cover, the valve cover bolt - right side torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the intake manifold, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (intake manifold bolt - left). Timing cover bolt - lower tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the timing cover. The oil pan bolt - rear right uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the oil pan. At the oil pan, the oil pan bolt - front right torques to 18 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the oil pan, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (oil pan bolt - rear left). Intake manifold bolt - front tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the intake manifold. The water pump bolt - side uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the water pump. At the exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold stud - center torques to 25 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the valve cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (valve cover bolt - left side). Oil drain plug tightens to 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm), runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. The motor mount bolt - front right uses a 18mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 75 ft-lbs at the engine mount.

Suspension — 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The leaf spring u-bolt - rear right uses a 19mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 90 ft-lbs at the leaf spring. At the control arm, the control arm bolt - front outer torques to 125 ft-lbs (21mm drive, M16x2.0 thread). For the control arm, plan for a 21mm tool on a M16x2.0 stud; final torque is 125 ft-lbs (control arm bolt - rear inner). Ball joint nut - front right tightens to 80 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the ball joint. The sway bar link nut - rear right uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 35 ft-lbs at the sway bar link. At the sway bar bushing, the sway bar bushing bracket - front right torques to 25 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the sway bar bushing, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (sway bar bushing bracket - front left). Leaf spring u-bolt - front right tightens to 90 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the leaf spring. The ball joint nut - front left uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the ball joint. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. At the strut top mount, the strut mount bolt - rear left torques to 50 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the sway bar bushing, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (sway bar bushing bracket - rear right). Strut mount bolt - rear right tightens to 50 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the strut top mount. The shock absorber bolt - lower uses a 15mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 45 ft-lbs at the shock absorber. At the sway bar bushing, the sway bar bushing bracket - rear left torques to 25 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the strut top mount, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 50 ft-lbs (strut mount bolt - front left). Leaf spring u-bolt - rear left tightens to 90 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the leaf spring. The leaf spring u-bolt - front left uses a 19mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 90 ft-lbs at the leaf spring. At the sway bar link, the sway bar link nut - front left torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the shock absorber, plan for a 15mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 45 ft-lbs (shock absorber bolt - upper). Strut mount bolt - front right tightens to 50 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the strut top mount. The control arm bolt - rear outer uses a 21mm drive on a M16x2.0 thread, torqued to 125 ft-lbs at the control arm. At the sway bar link, the sway bar link nut - front right torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the sway bar link, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (sway bar link nut - rear left). Control arm bolt - front inner tightens to 125 ft-lbs, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M16x2.0 threads, located at the control arm.

Body — 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic

Body fasteners on the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic. At the various, the miscellaneous fastener 116 torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the various, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (miscellaneous fastener 113). Miscellaneous fastener 114 tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the various. The miscellaneous fastener 117 uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the various. At the various, the miscellaneous fastener 109 torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the various, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (miscellaneous fastener 115). Miscellaneous fastener 118 tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the various. The miscellaneous fastener 120 uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the various. At the various, the miscellaneous fastener 119 torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the various, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (miscellaneous fastener 110). Miscellaneous fastener 111 tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the various. The miscellaneous fastener 112 uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the various.

Transmission — 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic

Transmission fasteners on the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic. For the transmission pan, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 12 ft-lbs (transmission pan bolt - right). Transmission pan bolt - corner tightens to 12 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the transmission pan. The transmission mount bolt - rear uses a 18mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 65 ft-lbs at the transmission mount. At the transmission cooler, the cooler line fitting - outlet torques to 20 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the transmission mount, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 65 ft-lbs (transmission mount bolt - cross member). Transmission pan bolt - rear tightens to 12 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the transmission pan. The transmission pan bolt - front uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 12 ft-lbs at the transmission pan. At the bell housing, the bell housing bolt - side torques to 55 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the shift linkage, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (shift linkage bolt - upper). Transmission mount bolt - front tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the transmission mount. The shift linkage bolt - lower uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the shift linkage. At the bell housing, the bell housing bolt - lower torques to 55 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the shift linkage, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (shift linkage bolt - pivot). Cooler line fitting - inlet tightens to 20 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the transmission cooler. The transmission pan bolt - left uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 12 ft-lbs at the transmission pan. At the bell housing, the bell housing bolt - upper torques to 55 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread).

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