2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve lug nut torque is 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm), tightened with a 22mm 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: 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm) · Socket size: 22mm · Thread: M14x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve. 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 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve

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 2026 late-model work: Modern vehicles increasingly use aluminum body and suspension components. Aluminum fastener torque is typically 60-70% of equivalent steel torque, and aluminum threads strip easily. Use a calibrated torque wrench and apply anti-seize on any steel fastener threading into aluminum.

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 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve is 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm), using a 22mm 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 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve lug nuts?

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve uses a 22mm 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 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 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 Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve years

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

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All 121 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both. 4 of the 121 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Wheels — 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve. 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 4 uses a 22mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm) at the wheel hub. At the wheel hub, the lug nut - position 1 torques to 100 ft-lbs (21mm drive, M14x1.5 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 - rear left). Lug nut - position 3 tightens to 100 ft-lbs, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the wheel hub. The hub bearing bolt - front right 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 - front left torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M6x1.0 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 left). Lug nut - position 2 tightens to 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm), takes a 22mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 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 right torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M6x1.0 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). Lug nut - position 5 tightens to 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm), takes a 22mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the wheel hub.

Brakes — 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve

Brake fasteners on the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. The brake line fitting - front left 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 slide pin - front left upper 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 caliper slide, the caliper slide pin - front left lower 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 - 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 right 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 caliper bracket, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 85 ft-lbs (caliper bracket bolt - front right upper). Caliper bracket bolt - rear 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 right upper uses a 18mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 85 ft-lbs at the caliper bracket. At the brake line, the brake line fitting - rear 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 left upper). 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.

Engine — 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. At the exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold stud - front torques to 25 ft-lbs (15mm 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 - front). Cylinder head bolt - front left tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the cylinder head. 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 water pump, the water pump bolt - side torques to 18 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the starter motor, plan for a 15mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (starter bolt - lower). Timing cover bolt - upper tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the timing cover. The oil drain plug is a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm) at the oil pan. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. At the oil pan, the oil pan bolt - rear left torques to 18 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 - upper). Exhaust manifold stud - center tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the exhaust manifold. The cylinder head bolt - rear right uses a 10mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 65 ft-lbs at the cylinder head. At the intake manifold, the intake manifold bolt - rear torques to 18 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 - right). Valve cover bolt - center tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the valve cover. 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 valve cover, the valve cover bolt - rear torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm 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 - rear left). Timing cover bolt - side tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the timing cover. 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 oil pan, the oil pan bolt - side 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 - lower). Starter bolt - upper tightens to 35 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the starter motor. The valve cover bolt - left side uses a 8mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the valve cover. At the oil pan, the oil pan bolt - front left torques to 18 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 - lower). Intake manifold bolt - center tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the intake manifold. The valve cover bolt - front uses a 8mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the valve cover. 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). Water pump bolt - lower tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the water pump. 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 right torques to 65 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M10x1.5 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 right). Motor mount bolt - rear tightens to 75 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the engine mount. 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 engine mount, the motor mount bolt - front left torques to 75 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the alternator bracket, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 30 ft-lbs (alternator bolt - adjuster).

Suspension — 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. 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 bushing bracket - rear left uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs at the sway bar bushing. At the strut top mount, the strut mount bolt - front right torques to 50 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the ball joint, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (ball joint nut - rear right). OEM-verified spec. 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 shock absorber bolt - upper uses a 15mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 45 ft-lbs at the shock absorber. At the leaf spring, the leaf spring u-bolt - front right torques to 90 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x2.0 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 - front left). Ball joint nut - front right tightens to 80 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the ball joint. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. 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 ball joint, the ball joint nut - front left torques to 80 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x1.5 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 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. OEM-verified spec. The control arm bolt - front inner 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 - rear outer torques to 125 ft-lbs (21mm drive, M16x2.0 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). 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 sway bar bushing bracket - front left uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs at the sway bar bushing. 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 - front right). Shock absorber bolt - lower tightens to 45 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the shock absorber. 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 control arm, the control arm bolt - rear inner torques to 125 ft-lbs (21mm drive, M16x2.0 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 link nut - front left tightens to 35 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the sway bar link.

Body — 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve

Body fasteners on the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve. Miscellaneous fastener 113 tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the various. The miscellaneous fastener 115 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 112 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 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 109). Miscellaneous fastener 120 tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the various. The miscellaneous fastener 110 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). For the various, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (miscellaneous fastener 111).

Transmission — 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve

Transmission fasteners on the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve. 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 shift linkage, the shift linkage bolt - lower torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 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 - right tightens to 12 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the transmission pan. 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 bell housing, the bell housing bolt - lower torques to 55 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 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 pan bolt - front tightens to 12 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the transmission pan. The shift linkage bolt - pivot 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 - side 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). Cooler line fitting - outlet tightens to 20 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the transmission cooler. 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 - inlet torques to 20 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M12x1.5 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). Bell housing bolt - upper tightens to 55 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the bell housing.

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