The 2015 Jeep Cherokee typically uses three motor mounts: two side engine mounts and one rear/torque mount that stabilizes the transmission end of the engine.
To understand why this matters, it's helpful to know how the Cherokee’s engine is mounted in its transverse layout. The KL platform Cherokee offered both the 2.4L Tigershark I4 and the 3.2L Pentastar V6, and both configurations rely on a three-mount setup to control engine movement, reduce vibration, and maintain alignment with the drivetrain in both FWD and AWD versions.
Mounting layout overview
The following describes the three mount locations that are standard on 2015 Cherokees with common engine options.
- Left-engine mount (driver-side): attaches the left side of the engine block to the chassis and absorbs vertical and lateral loads.
- Right-engine mount (passenger-side): attaches the right side of the engine block to the chassis and helps control engine movement under acceleration and braking.
- Rear/transmission/torque mount: located toward the rear of the engine near the transmission, designed to counteract engine torque and stabilize the drivetrain.
These three mounts work together to keep the engine properly positioned, reduce vibration, and maintain proper drivetrain alignment across driving conditions.
Engine options and consistency of the mount setup
Whether the Cherokee uses the 2.4L Tigershark I4 or the 3.2L Pentastar V6, the three-mount configuration is standard. All-wheel-drive and front-wheel-drive variants share the same basic layout, with the same three mounts performing the core stabilization function.
Note: If you are inspecting or replacing mounts, it's wise to check all three mounts for signs of wear, cracking, or leaking fluid (on hydraulic mounts), as degradation in one can put extra stress on the others.
Summary
The 2015 Jeep Cherokee employs three motor mounts in its standard configuration: two side engine mounts and one rear/transmission mount. This arrangement applies across the main engine options (2.4L Tigershark I4 and 3.2L Pentastar V6) and both drivetrain types (FWD and AWD).