2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited Bolt Sizes & Torque Specs

Free OEM-referenced torque and bolt specs for the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited. 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 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited

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 2011 model-year work: This era introduced widespread torque-to-yield (TTY) bolts on head, main, and crank pulley fasteners. TTY bolts stretch permanently when torqued and must not be reused — the spec calls for a fresh bolt every time. Always verify TTY status against the FSM before 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 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited?

Manufacturer-specified torque values for the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited are in the factory service manual or owner's handbook. WhatSizeBolt sources values from manufacturer literature and verifies against community data — if we do not have this exact year listed, check the Jeep brand page for the closest model year.

What socket size do I need for the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited lug nuts?

Most modern Jeep vehicles use a 19mm or 21mm socket. Older Jeep models from before 2000 may use a 13/16" SAE socket on certain trims. Confirm against the actual lug before purchasing aftermarket wheels.

Are the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited 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 Limited years

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

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All 119 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both.

Wheels — 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited. For the wheel speed sensor, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (wheel speed sensor bolt - front left). 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 - rear left uses a 15mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 65 ft-lbs at the wheel hub. At the wheel hub, the lug nut - position 1. For the wheel hub, plan for the right driver (lug nut - position 2). Hub bearing bolt - front 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 - rear 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). For the wheel hub, plan for the right driver (lug nut - position 4). Hub bearing bolt - rear right tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the wheel hub. The lug nut - position 5 at the wheel hub. At the wheel speed sensor, the wheel speed sensor bolt - front right torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the wheel hub, plan for the right driver (lug nut - position 3).

Brakes — 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited

Brake fasteners on the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. 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 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 - rear left lower 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 left upper). Caliper slide pin - front right lower tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the caliper slide. The caliper slide pin - front right upper uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs at the caliper slide. At the brake line, the brake line fitting - front right 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 - 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 left upper torques to 85 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the brake line, plan for a 11mm tool on a M10x1.0 stud; final torque is 12 ft-lbs (brake line fitting - rear right). Brake line fitting - rear 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 upper 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 left lower).

Engine — 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The timing cover bolt - lower uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the timing cover. At the valve cover, the valve cover bolt - center torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the engine mount, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 75 ft-lbs (motor mount bolt - rear). Motor mount bolt - front left tightens to 75 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the engine mount. The timing cover bolt - upper uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the timing cover. At the water pump, the water pump bolt - lower torques to 18 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the timing cover, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (timing cover bolt - side). Water pump bolt - upper tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the water pump. The oil pan bolt - front 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 left torques to 18 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the exhaust manifold, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (exhaust manifold stud - front). 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 - center uses a 10mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 65 ft-lbs at the cylinder head. At the cylinder head, the cylinder head bolt - front left torques to 65 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the water pump, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (water pump bolt - side). Alternator bolt - upper tightens to 30 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the alternator bracket. The valve cover bolt - right side uses a 8mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the valve cover. At the alternator bracket, the alternator bolt - adjuster torques to 30 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 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). Exhaust manifold stud - rear tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the exhaust manifold. The oil pan bolt - rear left uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the oil pan. At the exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold stud - center torques to 25 ft-lbs (15mm 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 right). Intake manifold bolt - left tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the intake manifold. The valve cover bolt - rear uses a 8mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the valve cover. At the intake manifold, the intake manifold bolt - rear torques to 18 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the starter motor, plan for a 15mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (starter bolt - lower). Cylinder head bolt - rear left tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the cylinder head. The intake manifold bolt - right 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 right 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 - upper). Valve cover bolt - front tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the valve cover. The intake manifold bolt - front uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the intake manifold. At the oil pan, the oil drain plug torques to 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm) (M14x1.5 thread). For the alternator bracket, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 30 ft-lbs (alternator bolt - lower). Valve cover bolt - left side tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the valve 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 - side torques to 18 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread).

Suspension — 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. At the sway bar bushing, the sway bar bushing bracket - rear left torques to 25 ft-lbs (13mm 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). 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 control arm bolt - rear inner uses a 21mm drive on a M16x2.0 thread, torqued to 125 ft-lbs at the control arm. At the strut top mount, the strut mount bolt - front right torques to 50 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 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 - front left). Sway bar bushing bracket - rear right tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the sway bar bushing. The ball joint nut - front right uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the ball joint. At the leaf spring, the leaf spring u-bolt - front left torques to 90 ft-lbs (19mm 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 - front 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. The strut mount bolt - rear right uses a 18mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 50 ft-lbs at the strut top mount. 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 link, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (sway bar link nut - rear right). Sway bar bushing bracket - front right tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the sway bar bushing. 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 shock absorber, the shock absorber bolt - lower torques to 45 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the leaf spring, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 90 ft-lbs (leaf spring u-bolt - rear left). Sway bar link nut - rear left tightens to 35 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the sway bar link. The ball joint nut - front left uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the ball joint. At the control arm, the control arm bolt - rear 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 - front outer). Strut mount bolt - front left tightens to 50 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the strut top mount. The sway bar link nut - front right uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 35 ft-lbs at the sway bar link.

Body — 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited

Body fasteners on the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited. For the various, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (miscellaneous fastener 115). Miscellaneous fastener 119 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. At the various, the miscellaneous fastener 117 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 118). Miscellaneous fastener 113 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 110 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 109). Miscellaneous fastener 116 tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the various. The miscellaneous fastener 111 uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the various. At the various, the miscellaneous fastener 114 torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread).

Transmission — 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited

Transmission fasteners on the 2011 Jeep Cherokee Limited. Cooler line fitting - inlet tightens to 20 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the transmission cooler. The shift linkage bolt - upper uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the shift linkage. At the shift linkage, the shift linkage bolt - lower torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the bell housing, plan for a 15mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 55 ft-lbs (bell housing bolt - upper). Shift linkage bolt - pivot tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the shift linkage. 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 pan, the transmission pan bolt - left torques to 12 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the transmission pan, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 12 ft-lbs (transmission pan bolt - front). Bell housing bolt - side tightens to 55 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the bell housing. The cooler line fitting - outlet uses a 14mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 20 ft-lbs at the transmission cooler. At the transmission pan, the transmission pan bolt - corner torques to 12 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the transmission pan, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 12 ft-lbs (transmission pan bolt - rear). Transmission mount bolt - cross member tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the transmission mount. The transmission pan bolt - right 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 - lower torques to 55 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the transmission mount, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 65 ft-lbs (transmission mount bolt - front).

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