Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications; Torque Specifications - Jeep 2014 Compass Owner's Manual

WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure
that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any
time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the
vehicle the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a
properly calibrated torque wrench.

Torque Specifications

Lug Nut/Bolt Torque
100 Ft-Lbs (135 N·m)
**Use only Chrysler recommended lug nuts/bolts and
clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening.
Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting
the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.
**Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/
Bolt Size Bolt
Socket
Size
M12 x 1.25 19 mm
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 443
Wheel Mounting Surface
Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each
nut/bolt has been tightened twice.
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