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2015 Cherokee brake bracket torque to yield bolts

Discussion in 'Cherokee' started by Gripster, Jan 4, 2020.

  1. Jan 4, 2020 at 11:26 AM
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    Gripster

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    Hi, I will be doing a rotor/pad change on a 2015 Cherokee. I read about the one-use-only caliper bracket bolts on your forum - thanks! Purchased the bolts at the local dealer. I cannot find the torque/tightening sequence for these bolts. Does anyone know the correct procedure? Do they get tightened to a specific torque value? After they are torqued, must they be rotated more (90 degrees etc.)? I appreciate any help I can get.
     
  2. Jan 4, 2020 at 8:27 PM
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    Welcome @Gripster ....i don't own a '15 Cherokee but confirm the following internet info with the factory service manual or FCA parts department: front caliper bracket is 129 ft/lbs and the rear caliper is 89 ft/lbs. The caliper guide pins are 32 ft/lb

    Post what you find to help other 2015 Cherokee owners
     
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  3. Jan 5, 2020 at 10:36 AM
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    Hi aggrex, Thanks for the welcome and the torque info. The dealer no longer sells factory service manuals, but recommended tech authority for CD or USB. I didn't think to ask the parts dept. I will call them tomorrow. When I get documented info, I will post to the group. Thanks again, Gary
     
  4. Jan 5, 2020 at 1:41 PM
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    The torque-to-yield bolts use a predetermined torque value that stretches the bolt designed to hold more reliably thus they should not be reused. I never had problems with regular bolts but this is becoming more common.
     
  5. Jan 19, 2020 at 9:21 AM
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    Hello all, The torque settings supplied by aggrex were correct, thanks! I verified them using Identifix, an online service used by mechanics for a monthly fee. Front brake caliper bracket bolts 129 ft/lb. (Mopar #6510023AA) These require an E20 socket for removal/installation. Rear brake caliper bracket bolts 89 ft/lb. (Mopar #6510450AA) These require a T55 torx bit for removal/installation. The caliper mounting bolts 32 ft/lb These are reusable metric hex bolts.
    Some manufacturers require additional degrees of rotation for the torque-to-yield bolts after the initial torque is reached. I could not find any info for additional rotation required for the brake bolts. If anyone has additional info for these bolts, please post your findings. Thanks!
     
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