Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2009 Jeep Compass 2WD L4-2.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
System Specifications
CYLINDER HEAD


If your bolt has the short head (1), use the following torque specifications:
First: All to 30 Nm (25 ft. lbs.)
Second: All to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.)
Third: All to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.)
Fourth: All an additional 90°
CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for the Fourth step.
If your bolt has the long head (2), use the following torque specifications:
First: All to 30 Nm (25 ft. lbs.)
Second: All to 73 Nm (54 ft. lbs.)
Third: All to 73 Nm (54 ft. lbs.)
Fourth: All an additional 90°
CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for the Fourth step.
HEAD BOLT REUSE/REPLACE
The cylinder head bolts are tightened using a torque plus angle procedure. The bolts must be examined BEFORE reuse. If the threads are necked down the bolts must be replaced.
SURFACE VARIATION - Head-to-Block
Cylinder head must be flat within 0.1 mm (0.004 in.).
Cylinder Block - Deck surface must be within service limit of 0.050 mm (0.002 in.).
SURFACE VARIATION - Head-to-Manifolds
Surface must be flat within 0.15 mm per 300 mm (0.006 in. per foot) of manifold length.
INTAKE MANIFOLD

Intake Manifold-Bolts 24 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
CAMSHAFT BEARING CAP

Camshaft Bearing Cap-Bolts
M6 Bolts 12 Nm (106 in. lbs.)
M8 Bolts 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.)
CAMSHAFT GEAR/SPROCKET
Phaser to Camshaft-Bolt 59 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
EXHAUST MANIFOLD

Exhaust Manifold-Bolts 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.)
If your bolt has the short head (1), use the following torque specifications:
First: All to 30 Nm (25 ft. lbs.)
Second: All to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.)
Third: All to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.)
Fourth: All an additional 90°
CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for the Fourth step.
If your bolt has the long head (2), use the following torque specifications:
First: All to 30 Nm (25 ft. lbs.)
Second: All to 73 Nm (54 ft. lbs.)
Third: All to 73 Nm (54 ft. lbs.)
Fourth: All an additional 90°
CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for the Fourth step.
HEAD BOLT REUSE/REPLACE
The cylinder head bolts are tightened using a torque plus angle procedure. The bolts must be examined BEFORE reuse. If the threads are necked down the bolts must be replaced.
SURFACE VARIATION - Head-to-Block
Cylinder head must be flat within 0.1 mm (0.004 in.).
Cylinder Block - Deck surface must be within service limit of 0.050 mm (0.002 in.).
SURFACE VARIATION - Head-to-Manifolds
Surface must be flat within 0.15 mm per 300 mm (0.006 in. per foot) of manifold length.
INTAKE MANIFOLD
Intake Manifold-Bolts 24 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
CAMSHAFT BEARING CAP
Camshaft Bearing Cap-Bolts
M6 Bolts 12 Nm (106 in. lbs.)
M8 Bolts 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.)
CAMSHAFT GEAR/SPROCKET
Phaser to Camshaft-Bolt 59 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
EXHAUST MANIFOLD
Exhaust Manifold-Bolts 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.)
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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