1994 JEEP CHEROKEE Steering fluid

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
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CHASSIS AND BODY COMPONENTS....... 30
DRIVETRAIN........................... 22
ENGINE MAINTENANCE.................. 13GENERAL INFORMATION.................. 1
JUMP STARTING, HOISTING AND TOWING . . 7
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES............... 5
GENERAL INFORMATION
INDEX
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Classification of Lubricants.................. 2
Components Requiring No Lubrication.......... 3
Fluid Capacities.......................... 4
Fuel Requirements........................ 2Introduction.............................. 1
Recommended Lubricant and Replacement Parts . 3
Routine Service........................... 2
INTRODUCTION
Jeeptlubrication and maintenance is divided into
required and recommended service tasks.
The recommendations and procedures listed in this
group are intended for JeeptDealer Service Personnel.
Because conditions vary, it is necessary to schedule
service tasks according to a time interval as well as a
distance interval.
It is the owner's responsibility to have vehicle ser-
viced. Owner is to pay for labor and necessary parts
that are not covered by the warranty.
Additional lubrication and maintenance informa-
tion is listed in the Owner's Manual, which is in-
cluded with the vehicle.
SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
When a vehicle is subjected to a severe driving con-
dition, time between recommended maintenance
should be decreased.
Refer to Engine Maintenance for the engine oil and
filter maintenance interval when involved with a se-
vere driving condition.
A severe driving condition is defined as either:
²frequent short trip driving less than 24 km (15
miles);
²frequent driving in a dusty environment;
²trailer towing;
²extensive engine idling;
²sustained high-speed operation;
²desert operation;
²frequent starting and stopping;²cold-climate operation;
²off-road driving; or
²commercial service.
To service a Jeeptvehicle for a severe driving con-
dition, change all the lubricating fluids and lubricate:
²the body components,
²all the driveline coupling joints, and
²the steering linkage
more often than for a normal driving condition to
prevent excessive wear of the components.
DUSTY AREAS
Driving in an area with dust-filled air increases the
risk of particles entering the engine and crankcase.
With this type of severe driving condition, attention
should be given to the engine and crankcase compo-
nents.
OFF-ROAD (4WD) OPERATION
After completion of off-road (4WD) operation, the
underside of the vehicle should be thoroughly in-
spected. Examine threaded fasteners for looseness.
HARSH SURFACE ENVIRONMENTS
After vehicle operation in a harsh surface environ-
ment, the following components should be inspected
and cleaned as soon as possible:
²brake drums,
²brake linings,
²front wheel bearings (2WD vehicles only), and
²axle coupling joints.
This will prevent wear and/or unpredictable brake
action.
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ROUTINE SERVICE
The following routine vehicle service is highly rec-
ommended on a monthly basis.
TIRESÐInspect the tires for unusual wear/damage
and determine if the inflation pressure is acceptable
for the vehicle load.
BATTERYÐInspect and clean the terminals.
Tighten the terminals, if necessary.
FLUIDSÐDetermine if the coolant, brake fluid,
power steering, automatic transmission, and clutch
fluid level are acceptable. Add fluid, if necessary.
LIGHTS/ELECTRICALÐTest all the electrically
operated systems in the vehicle for proper operation.
It is also recommended that the engine oil level
and the windshield washer fluid level be deter-
mined (and corrected) during each fuel fill-up.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
All Jeeptengines require the use of unleaded gas-
oline. In addition, the fuel must have a minimum oc-
tane rating of 87.
CAUTION: UNLEADED FUEL ONLY must be used in
vehicles equipped with a catalyst emission control
system. All vehicles have reminders printed on the
instrument panel (Fig. 1) and on the fuel filler door
(Fig. 2). Vehicles also have fuel filler tubes that are
designed to accept only the small-diameter un-
leaded gasoline nozzles. It is illegal to defeat the
design of an unleaded fuel filler tube.
CLASSIFICATION OF LUBRICANTS
Lubricating fluids and chassis component lubri-
cants are classified and graded according to stan-
dards recommended by the:
²Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE),²American Petroleum Institute (API), and
²National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI).
ENGINE OIL
SAE VISCOSITY GRADE
An SAE viscosity grade is used to specify viscosity
of engine oil. SAE 30 specifies a single viscosity en-
gine oil. Engine oils also have multiple viscosities
(Fig. 3).
The viscosity grade of an oil is an indicator of its
thickness or flow capability. The lower the number,
the better the flow. The second viscosity grade num-
ber (without a W suffix) is the warm/hot-temperature
viscosity. The viscosity increases with engine temper-
ature. With a single viscosity grade, the oil viscosity
is valid only for one narrow temperature range.
Fig. 1 Unleaded Fuel Only RemindersÐFuel Gauge
Fig. 2 Unleaded Fuel Only ReminderÐFuel Filler
Door
Fig. 3 SAE Oil Viscosity Grade & API Service Grade
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
INTRODUCTION
Chrysler Corporation has compiled recommended
lubrication and maintenance schedules and proce-
dures to help reduce premature wear or failure over
a broad range of operating conditions.
SEVERE SERVICE MAINTENANCE
If the vehicle is involved with a severe driving con-
dition, after each 4 800-km (3,000-miles)/3-month in-
terval. A severe driving condition includes:
²frequent short trip driving less than 24 km (15
miles);
²frequent driving in a dusty environment;
²trailer towing;
²extensive engine idling;
²sustained high-speed operation;
²desert operation;
²frequent starting and stopping;
²cold-climate operation;
²off-road driving; or
²commercial service.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
AT EACH STOP FOR FUEL
²Check engine oil level, add as required.
²
Check windshield washer solvent and add if required.
ONCE A MONTH
²Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
²Check electrolyte level and add water as needed.
²Check fluid levels of coolant reservoir, power steer-
ing and transmission and add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for
correct operation.
²Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
7,500 MILES (12 000 KM) OR AT 6 MONTHS
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Rotate Tires.
15,000 MILES (24 000 KM) OR AT 12 MONTHS
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.²Check fluid level in battery.
²Rotate Tires.
22,500 MILES (36 000 KM) OR AT 18 MONTHS
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Rotate Tires.
30,000 MILES (48 000 KM) OR AT 24 MONTHS
²Replace air cleaner filter.
²Replace spark plugs.
²Adjust drive belt.
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Check fluid level in battery.
²Drain and refill automatic transmission.
²Drain and refill transfer case.
²Rotate Tires.
37,500 MILES (60 000 KM) OR AT 30 MONTHS
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Drain and refill manual transmission.
²Rotate Tires.
45,000 MILES (72 500 KM) OR AT 36 MONTHS
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Check fluid level in battery.
²Rotate Tires.
52,500 MILES (84 500 KM) OR AT 42 MONTHS
²Flush and replace engine coolant.
²Check engine coolant system hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Rotate Tires.
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60,000 MILES (96 500 KM) OR AT 48 MONTHS.
²Replace air cleaner filter.
²Replace distributor cap and rotor.
²Replace ignition wires.
²Replace spark plugs.
²Adjust or replace drive belt.
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Replace fuel filter (not required for Calif. vehicles).
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Check fluid level in battery.
²Drain and refill automatic transmission.
²Drain and refill transfer case.
²Rotate Tires.
67,500 MILES (108 500 KM) OR AT 54
MONTHS
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Rotate Tires.
75,000 MILES (120 500 KM) OR AT 60
MONTHS
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Drain and refill manual transmission.
²Rotate Tires.
82,500 MILES (133 000 KM) OR AT 66
MONTHS
²Flush and replace engine coolant.
²Check engine coolant system, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Rotate Tires.
90,000 MILES (145 000 KM) OR AT 72
MONTHS
²Replace air cleaner filter.
²Replace spark plugs.
²Adjust drive belt.
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Check fluid level in battery.
²Drain and refill automatic transmission.
²Drain and refill transfer case.
²Rotate Tires.
97,500 MILES (157 000 KM) OR AT 78
MONTHS
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Rotate Tires.
105,000 MILES (169 000 KM) OR AT 84
MONTHS
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Rotate Tires.
112,500 MILES (181 000 KM) OR AT 90
MONTHS
²Flush and replace engine coolant.
²Check engine coolant system hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Rotate Tires.
120,000 MILES (193 000 KM) OR AT 96
MONTHS
²Replace air cleaner filter.
²Replace distributor cap and rotor.
²Replace ignition wires.
²Replace spark plugs.
²Adjust or replace drive belt.
²Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
²Change engine oil.
²Replace engine oil filter.
²Check exhaust system.
²Replace fuel filter (not required for Calif. vehicles).
²Lubricate steering linkage (4x4 models).
²Lubricate propeller shaft universal joints.
²Check fluid level in battery.
²Drain and refill automatic transmission.
²Drain and refill transfer case.
²Rotate Tires.
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FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS
Only 2WD XJ vehicles are equipped with front
wheel bearings. XJ vehicles have semi-floating axle
shafts and axle shaft bearings that are lubricated via
differential lube oil.
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCEÐ2WD XJ
VEHICLES
The front wheel bearings should be lubricated (re-
packed) at the same time as front brake pad/caliper
service is conducted.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATION
Wheel bearings should be lubricated with a lubri-
cant that is identified as NLGI GC-LB lubricant.
INSPECTION/LUBRICATION
(1) Remove the wheel/tire and the disc brake cali-
per.Do not disconnect the caliper brake fluid
hose unless the caliper must also be removed for
maintenance. Support the caliper with a hanger
to prevent brake fluid hose damage.
(2) Remove the dust cap, the cotter pin, the nut re-
tainer, the adjustment nut, and the thrust washer
from the spindle (Fig. 3). Discard the cotter pin.
(3) Remove the wheel outer bearing from the hub.
(4) Remove the wheel hub/disc brake rotor from
the spindle.
(5) Remove the seal and the inner wheel bearing
from the hub cavity.
(6) After removal, inspect both front wheel bearing
races for indications of pitting, brinelling and exces-
sive heat.
(7) Wipe the spindle clean and apply a small
amount of chassis/wheel bearing lubricant (NLGI
GC-LB lubricant) to prevent rust. Wipe the wheel
hub cavity clean.
CAUTION: Do not over-fill the wheel hub cavity with
lubricant. Excessive lubricant can cause overheat-ing and bearing damage. Also, excessive lubricant
can be forced out of the wheel hub cavity and con-
taminate the brake rotor/pads.
(8) Partially fill the wheel hub cavity with chassis/
wheel bearing lubricant (NLGI GC-LB lubricant).
(9) Pack the wheel bearings with chassis/wheel
bearing lubricant (NLGI GC-LB lubricant). Ensure
that sufficient lubricant is forced between the bear-
ing rollers.
(10) Install the wheel inner bearing in the wheel
hub and install a replacement seal.
(11) Clean the disc brake rotor contact surfaces, if
necessary.
(12) Install the wheel hub/disc brake rotor on the
spindle.
(13) Install the wheel outer bearing, the thrust
washer, and the spindle nut.
(14) Tighten the spindle nut with 28 NIm (21 ft.
lbs.) torque while rotating the disc brake rotor to
seat the bearings.
(15) Loosen the spindle nut 1/2 turn. While rotat-
ing the disc brake rotor, tighten the spindle nut with
2NIm (19 in. lbs.) torque.
(16) Install the nut retainer and a replacement cot-
ter pin.
(17) Clean the dust cap and apply wheel bearing
lubricant to the inside surface.Do not fill the dust
cap with lubricant.
(18) Install the dust cap.
(19) Install the disc brake caliper.
POWER STEERING SYSTEM
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
The condition of power steering system should be
inspected and the fluid level checked. Add fluid as
necessary.
FLUID SPECIFICATION
Jeeptpower steering systems require MOPAR
Power Steering Fluid, or an equivalent product.
The original power steering fluid installed in
Jeeptvehicles includes black-light leak detec-
tion dye.
INSPECTION
Inspect the power steering system (Figs. 4 and 5)
for the sources of fluid leaks, steering gear housing
cracks and ensure that the steering gear is securely
attached to the vehicle frame rail. Inspect the steer-
ing damper for leaks and loose connections.
FLUID LEVEL
The fluid level dipstick is attached to the reservoir
cap (Fig. 6). The fluid level in the reservoir can be
determined with the fluid either hot or cold.
(1) Remove the cap from the reservoir.
Fig. 3 2WD Front Wheel BearingsÐXJ Vehicles
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(2) Depending on fluid temperature, if the level is
below the FULL HOT mark or the FULL COLD
mark on the dipstick, add power steering fluid.
(3) Install the cap on the reservoir.
MANUAL STEERING GEARÐYJ VEHICLES
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
The manual steering gear should be inspected for
damage at the same time as the engine oil is
changed and the oil filter is replaced. Repair as nec-essary (refer to Group 19ÐSteering for additional in-
formation and service procedures).
POWER BRAKE SYSTEM
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
The condition of the brake system should be in-
spected and the fluid level in the master cylinder
should be checked each time the brake system is ser-
viced. Add brake fluid and repair as necessary.
In addition, the brake system should be operation-
ally tested periodically to ensure that it is function-
ing normally.
FLUID SPECIFICATION
Jeeptpower brake systems require MOPAR
Heavy-Duty Brake Fluid, or an equivalent product
identified as conforming to FMVSS No. 116, DOT-3
and SAE J-1703 specifications.
Usenew brake fluid onlywhen adding fluid to
the reservoir, to fill the brake system. Never use re-
claimed fluid.
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
STANDARD POWER BRAKE SYSTEM
(1) Clean the cover and the sides of the brake fluid
reservoir.
(2) Detach the bail retainer from the reservoir
cover and remove the cover from the reservoir.
(3) The brake fluid level should be 6 mm (1/4 in)
below the rim of each reservoir well for XJ and YJ
Vehicles (Fig. 7). If not, add brake fluid as necessary.
(4) Inspect the reservoir cover bail retainer for ten-
sion and the cover for proper fit. The cover should fit
tight and have a good seal.
Fig. 4 Power Steering SystemÐXJ Vehicles
Fig. 5 Power Steering SystemÐYJ Vehicles
Fig. 6 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
DipstickÐTypical
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MODEL 30 AXLE AND TUBE AXLE (2WD)
INDEX
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Axle Bushing Replacement................. 32
Axle Shaft Ð Cardan U-Joint................ 25
Axle Specifications....................... 46
Backlash and Contact Pattern Analysis........ 44
Cleaning/Inspection....................... 35
Differential and Pinion Measurement.......... 38
Differential Assembly...................... 36
Differential Disassembly.................... 34
Differential Installation..................... 43
Differential Removal...................... 32
Differential Shim Pack Measurement and Adjustment.42
Drive Axle Assembly ReplacementÐXJ Vehicles . 21
Drive Axle Assembly ReplacementÐYJ Vehicles . 21Final Assembly.......................... 44
Hub Bearing and Axle Shaft................ 24
Information............................. 20
Inner Axle Shaft Oil Seal Replacement........ 33
Lubricant Change........................ 22
Lubricant Specifications.................... 20
Pinion Gear Assembly/Installation............ 40
Pinion Gear Depth Information.............. 37
Pinion Removal/Disassembly................ 34
Pinion Seal Replacement.................. 23
Steering Knuckle and Ball Studs............. 30
Vacuum Disconnect Axle Ð YJ Vehicles....... 26
INFORMATION
The housing for Model 30 front axles consists of an
iron center casting (differential housing) with axle
shaft tubes extending from either side. The tubes are
pressed into and welded to the differential housing to
form a one-piece axle housing.
The integral type housing, hypoid gear design has
the centerline of the pinion set above the centerline
of the ring gear.
The axle has a fitting for a vent hose used to re-
lieve internal pressure caused by lubricant vaporiza-
tion and internal expansion.
The axles are equipped with semi-floating axle
shafts, meaning that loads are supported by the hub
bearings. The axle shafts are retained by nuts at the
hub bearings. The hub bearings are bolted to the
steering knuckle at the outboard end of the axle tube
yoke. The hub bearings are serviced as an assembly.
The axles are equipped with ABS brake sensors.
The sensors are attached to the knuckle assemblies
and tone rings are pressed on the axle shaft.Use
care when removing axle shafts as NOT to dam-
age the tone wheel or the sensor.
The stamped steel cover provides a means for in-
spection and servicing the differential.
The Model 30 axle has the assembly part number
and gear ratio listed on a tag. The tag is attached to
the housing cover. Build date identification codes are
stamped on the axle shaft tube cover side.
The differential case is a one-piece design. The dif-
ferential pinion mate shaft is retained with a roll
pin. Differential bearing preload and ring gear back-
lash is adjusted by the use of shims (select thick-
ness). The shims are located between the differential
bearing cones and case. Pinion bearing preload is set
and maintained by the use of collapsible spacer.
PINION GEAR DEPTH MEASUREMENT WITH
PINION GAUGE SET 6774, Pinion Block 6733 and
Dial Indicator C-3339 is performed when;²Axle/differential housing is being replaced
²Original pinion depth shim pack is lost or mis-
placed
²Replacing the differential case
²Original differential bearing shim pack is lost or
misplaced
COMMAND-TRACÐYJ VEHICLES
The Command-Trac system is a vacuum disconnect
axle. The system has a two-piece axle shaft coupled
together by a shift collar. For two-wheel drive oper-
ation, the vacuum motor and shift fork disengages
the axle shaft splines. For four-wheel drive opera-
tion, the vacuum motor and shift fork engages the
splines.
SELEC-TRACÐXJ VEHICLES
The Selec-Trac system is a non-disconnect axle.
Shifting from two-wheel to four-wheel drive is at the
transfer case.
For XJ vehicles equipped withSelec-Tracand
ABS brake system, refer to Group 5ÐBrakes for ad-
ditional service information.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Multi-purpose, hypoid gear lubricant should be
used for Model 30 axles. The lubricant should have
MIL-L-2105C and API GL 5 quality specifications.
MOPARtHypoid Gear Lubricant conforms to both of
these specifications.
²The factory fill for the Model 30 axle is SAE 75W
gear lubricant.Do not use heavier weight lubri-
cant, this will cause axle engagement difficulties.
²The factory installed lubricant quantity for the
NON-DISCONNECT TYPE AXLE is 5061 fluid oz..
²The factory installed lubricant quantity for the
VACUUM-DISCONNECT TYPE AXLE is 5661 fluid
oz..
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Refer to Group 0, Lubrication and Maintenance for
additional information regarding temperature range,
viscosity and fluid level.
CAUTION: If the axle is submerged in water, the lu-
bricant must be replaced immediately to avoid the
possibility of premature axle failure.
DRIVE AXLE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTÐXJ
VEHICLES
REMOVAL
(1) Raise the vehicle and position support stands
under the frame rails slightly in behind the lower
suspension arm frame brackets.
(2) Remove the front wheels.
(3) Remove the brake components and ABS brake
sensor (if equipped). Refer to Group 5ÐBrakes.
(4) On 4WD vehicles, disconnect the axle vent
hose.
(5) On 4WD vehicles, mark the drive shaft yoke
and axle pinion yoke for alignment reference. Discon-
nect the drive shaft from the axle.
(6) Disconnect the stabilizer bar link at the axle
bracket.
(7) Disconnect the shock absorbers from axle
bracket.
(8) Disconnect the track bar from the axle bracket.
(9) Disconnect the tie rod and drag link from the
steering knuckle. Disconnect the steering dampener
from the axle bracket.
(10) Support the axle with a hydraulic jack under
the differential.
(11) Disconnect the upper and lower suspension
arms from the axle bracket.
(12) Lower the jack enough to remove the axle.
The coil springs will drop with the axle.
(13) Remove the coil springs from the axle bracket.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: All suspension components that use rub-
ber bushings should be tightened with the vehicle
at the ride height. It is important to have the
springs supporting the weight of the vehicle when
the fasteners are torqued. If the springs are not at
their normal ride position, vehicle ride comfort
could be affected along with premature rubber
bushing wear. Rubber bushings must never be lu-
bricated.
(1) Install the springs and retainer clip. Tighten
the retainer bolts to 21 Nzm (16 ft. lbs.) torque.
(2) Support the axle on a hydraulic jack under the
differential. Position the axle under the vehicle.
(3) Raise the axle with a floor jack and align it
with the spring pads.(4) Position the upper and lower suspension arm at
the axle bracket. Install bolts and nuts finger
tighten.
(5) Connect the track bar to the axle bracket and
install the bolt.Do not tighten at this time.
It is important that the springs support the
weight of the vehicle when the track bar is con-
nected. If the springs are not at their usual po-
sition, the vehicle ride comfort could be affected.
(6) Install the shock absorber and tighten the bolt
to 19 Nzm (14 ft. lbs.) torque.
(7) Install the stabilizer bar link to the axle
bracket. Tighten the nut to 95 Nzm (70 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(8) Install the drag link and tie rod to the steering
knuckles and tighten the nuts to 47 Nzm (35 ft. lbs.)
torque. Install the steering dampener to the axle
bracket and tighten the nut to 75 Nzm (55 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(9) Install the brake components and ABS brake
sensor (if equipped). Refer to Group 5ÐBrakes.
(10) On 4WD vehicles, connect the vent hose to the
tube fitting.
(11) On 4WD vehicles, align the reference marks
and connect the drive shaft to the axle yoke. Tighten
the U-joint clamp bolts to 19 Nzm (14 ft. lbs.) torque.
(12) Check differential lubricant and add if neces-
sary.
(13) Install the wheel and tire assemblies.
(14) Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
(15) Tighten the upper suspension arm nuts to 75
Nzm (55 ft. lbs.) torque. Tighten the lower suspension
arm nuts to 115 Nzm (85 ft. lbs.) torque.
(16) Tighten the track bar bolt at the axle bracket
to 100 Nzm (74 ft. lbs.) torque.
(17) Check the front wheel alignment.
DRIVE AXLE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTÐYJ
VEHICLES
REMOVAL
(1) Raise the vehicle and position support stands
under the frame rails slightly behind the spring
frame brackets.
(2) Remove the front wheels.
(3) Remove the brake components and ABS brake
sensor (if equipped). Refer to Group 5ÐBrakes.
(4) Disconnect the axle vent hose and axle shift
motor vacuum harness.
(5) Mark the drive shaft yoke and axle pinion yoke
for alignment reference. Disconnect the drive shaft
from the axle.
(6) Disconnect the stabilizer bar link at the axle
bracket.
(7) Disconnect the shock absorbers from axle
bracket.
(8) Disconnect the track bar from the axle bracket.
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