2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk lug nut torque is 100 ft-lbs, tightened with a 21mm socket on M14x1.5 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: 100 ft-lbs · Socket size: 21mm · Thread: M14x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. 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 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

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 2016 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 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk is 100 ft-lbs, using a 21mm socket on M14x1.5 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 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk lug nuts?

The 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk uses a 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 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 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 Trailhawk years

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

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All 121 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both. 1 of the 121 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Wheels — 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. For the wheel hub, plan for a 15mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 65 ft-lbs (hub bearing bolt - front right). Lug nut - position 3 tightens to 100 ft-lbs, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the wheel hub. The lug nut - position 4 uses a 21mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 100 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 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 100 ft-lbs (lug nut - position 5). Wheel speed sensor bolt - rear right tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the wheel speed sensor. The lug nut - position 2 uses a 21mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 100 ft-lbs at the wheel hub. At the wheel hub, the hub bearing bolt - front left torques to 65 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the wheel hub, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 100 ft-lbs (lug nut - position 1). Wheel speed sensor bolt - front left tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the wheel speed sensor. The hub bearing bolt - rear right uses a 15mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 65 ft-lbs at the wheel hub. At the wheel hub, the hub bearing bolt - rear left torques to 65 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). 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 right).

Brakes — 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

Brake fasteners on the 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. 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 brake line fitting - rear left uses a 11mm drive on a M10x1.0 thread, torqued to 12 ft-lbs at the brake line. At the caliper slide, the caliper slide pin - front left upper torques to 25 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the caliper bracket, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 85 ft-lbs (caliper bracket bolt - rear left upper). Brake line fitting - front right tightens to 12 ft-lbs, takes a 11mm driver, runs on M10x1.0 threads, located at the brake line. 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 right upper torques to 85 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). 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). Caliper bracket bolt - front right lower tightens to 85 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the caliper bracket. The caliper bracket bolt - rear left 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 right upper torques to 85 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). 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 upper). Brake line fitting - rear right tightens to 12 ft-lbs, takes a 11mm driver, runs on M10x1.0 threads, located at the brake line. The caliper bracket bolt - front left lower uses a 18mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 85 ft-lbs at the caliper bracket. At the caliper slide, the caliper slide pin - front left lower torques to 25 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 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).

Engine — 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The alternator bolt - upper uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 30 ft-lbs at the alternator bracket. At the valve cover, the valve cover bolt - right side torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M8x1.25 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). Starter bolt - upper tightens to 35 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the starter motor. 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 timing cover, the timing cover bolt - side torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the alternator bracket, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 30 ft-lbs (alternator bolt - adjuster). Intake manifold bolt - left tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the intake manifold. 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 alternator bracket, the alternator bolt - lower torques to 30 ft-lbs (13mm 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 - front). Oil pan bolt - front left tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the oil pan. 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 starter motor, the starter bolt - lower torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the oil pan, plan for the right driver on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm) (oil drain plug). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. Water pump bolt - upper tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the water pump. The motor mount bolt - front right uses a 18mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 75 ft-lbs at the engine mount. At the cylinder head, the cylinder head bolt - rear right torques to 65 ft-lbs (10mm 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 oil pan, the oil pan bolt - front right 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 - rear). Intake manifold bolt - front tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the intake manifold. The motor mount bolt - front left uses a 18mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 75 ft-lbs at the engine mount. At the engine mount, the motor mount bolt - rear 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 valve cover bolt - center 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 - center 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 - rear left). Water pump bolt - side tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the water pump. 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 timing cover, the timing cover bolt - lower torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 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 - rear tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the intake 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).

Suspension — 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. At the sway bar bushing, the sway bar bushing bracket - front right torques to 25 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 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 outer). Sway bar bushing bracket - rear left tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the sway bar bushing. 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 left 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 - rear right). Ball joint nut - rear right tightens to 80 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the ball joint. 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 link, the sway bar link nut - front left torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm 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 right). Ball joint nut - rear left tightens to 80 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the ball joint. The leaf spring u-bolt - front right 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 right torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm 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 - rear right). Leaf spring u-bolt - rear 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 leaf spring, the leaf spring u-bolt - rear left torques to 90 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x2.0 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 - rear left). 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 control arm bolt - front outer uses a 21mm drive on a M16x2.0 thread, torqued to 125 ft-lbs at the control arm. At the control arm, the control arm bolt - front inner torques to 125 ft-lbs (21mm drive, M16x2.0 thread). For the ball joint, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (ball joint nut - front right). Leaf spring u-bolt - front left tightens to 90 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the leaf spring. The sway bar link nut - rear left uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 35 ft-lbs at the sway bar link. At the shock absorber, the shock absorber bolt - upper torques to 45 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the ball joint, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (ball joint nut - front left).

Body — 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

Body fasteners on the 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. For the various, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (miscellaneous fastener 113). Miscellaneous fastener 116 tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the various. The miscellaneous fastener 119 uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the various. At the various, the miscellaneous fastener 112 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 117 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 118 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 114). Miscellaneous fastener 115 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 109 torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread).

Transmission — 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

Transmission fasteners on the 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. Bell housing bolt - lower tightens to 55 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the bell housing. 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 shift linkage, the shift linkage bolt - upper torques to 15 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 - left). Transmission pan bolt - rear tightens to 12 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the transmission pan. The cooler line fitting - inlet uses a 14mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 20 ft-lbs at the transmission cooler. At the transmission mount, the transmission mount bolt - cross member torques to 65 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 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 - lower tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the shift linkage. The bell housing bolt - side uses a 15mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 55 ft-lbs at the bell housing. At the transmission pan, the transmission pan bolt - right torques to 12 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 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). Transmission mount bolt - rear tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the transmission mount. The transmission pan bolt - corner uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 12 ft-lbs at the transmission pan. At the transmission mount, the transmission mount bolt - front torques to 65 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the transmission cooler, plan for a 14mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 20 ft-lbs (cooler line fitting - outlet).

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