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2008 Jeep Commander 2WD V8-5.7L
Oil Pan, Engine
2008 Jeep Commander 2WD V8-5.7LSECTION Oil Pan, Engine
OIL PAN TORQUE AND SEQUENCE
NOTE: The horizontal M10 fasteners are 5 mm longer in length, and must be reinstalled in original locations.
NOTE: New M6 fasteners must be used when reinstalling the oil pan. Do not reuse the old M6 fasteners.
1. Align the rear of the oil pan with the rear face of the engine block, and install the M10 and M6 oil pan fasteners finger tight. Using the following torque sequence, torque the M6 mounting bolts to 5 Nm (44 in.lbs.).
2. Using the following torque sequence, torque the M10 oil pan fasteners to 54 Nm (39 ft.lbs.).
3. Using the following torque sequence, torque the M6 oil pan fasteners to 12 Nm (106 in.lbs.).
NOTE: The horizontal M10 fasteners are 5 mm longer in length, and must be reinstalled in original locations.
NOTE: New M6 fasteners must be used when reinstalling the oil pan. Do not reuse the old M6 fasteners.
1. Align the rear of the oil pan with the rear face of the engine block, and install the M10 and M6 oil pan fasteners finger tight. Using the following torque sequence, torque the M6 mounting bolts to 5 Nm (44 in.lbs.).
2. Using the following torque sequence, torque the M10 oil pan fasteners to 54 Nm (39 ft.lbs.).
3. Using the following torque sequence, torque the M6 oil pan fasteners to 12 Nm (106 in.lbs.).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.