1995 JEEP CHEROKEE wheel torque

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 Nzm (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
2Nzm (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
The power steering fluid level should be inspected
when other under hood service is performed. For
proper service procedures, refer to Group 19, Steer-
ing.
Inspect the power steering system (Fig. 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 SPECIFICATION
Use MOPAR Power Steering Fluid, or an equiva-
lent product.
POWER STEERING FLUID INSPECTION
WARNING: ENGINE MUST NOT BE RUNNING WHEN
INSPECTING POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL,
PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
Fig. 3 2WD Front Wheel BearingsÐXJ Vehicles
Fig. 4 Power Steering SystemÐXJ Vehicles
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FRONT SUSPENSION AND AXLE
CONTENTS
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AXLE NOISE/VIBRATION DIAGNOSIS........ 18
AXLE SPECIFICATIONS................... 49
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT................ 5
GENERAL INFORMATION.................. 1MODEL 30 AXLE AND TUBE AXLE (2WD).... 22
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS................ 49
XJ FRONT SUSPENSION.................. 11
YJ FRONT SUSPENSION.................. 15
GENERAL INFORMATION
FRONT SUSPENSION
XJ VEHICLES
The XJ front suspension is a link/coil design. This
suspension is use on Left Hand Drive (LHD) and
Right Hand Drive (RHD) vehicles. It is comprised of
(Fig. 1);
²Drive axle (4WD), tube axle (2WD)²Track bar
²Stabilizer bar
²Upper and lower suspension arms
²Coil springs
²Dual-action shock absorbers
²Jounce bumpers
The link/coil suspension allows each wheel to adapt
to different road surfaces without greatly affecting
Fig. 1 XJ Front Suspension (LHD)
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spring and axle travel (jounce or rebound) is limited
through use of rubber bumpers mounted on the
frame.
Suspension components which use rubber bushings
should be tightened at vehicle ride height. This will
prevent premature failure of the bushing and main-
tain ride comfort. The bushings should never be lu-
bricated.
The shocks absorbers dampen jounce and rebound
of the vehicle over various road conditions. The top of
the shock absorbers bolt to the frame. The bottom of
the shocks bolt to the axle brackets.
The stabilizer bar is used to minimize vehicle front
sway during turns. The spring steel bar helps control
vehicle body in relationship to the suspension move-
ment. The bar extends across the front underside of
the chassis and connects to the frame rails. Links
connect the bar to the axle brackets. Stabilizer bar
mounts are isolated by rubber bushings.
The track bar is used to minimize front axle side-
to-side movement. The track bar is attached to a
frame rail bracket and axle bracket. The bar uses
bushings at both ends.
FRONT DRIVE AXLE
It is not necessary to remove the complete axle
from the vehicle for routine differential service. If the
differential housing or axle shaft tubes are damaged,
the complete axle assembly can be removed and ser-
viced.
For complete drive axle assembly removal and in-
stallation refer to Drive Axle Assembly Replacement
in this Group.
The removable cover provides for servicing without
removing axle from vehicle.
The integral type housing, hypoid gear design has
the centerline of the pinion set above the centerline
of the ring gear.
The Model 30 axle has the assembly part number
and gear ratio listed on a tag. The tag is attached to
the housing cover (Fig. 4). Build date identification
codes are stamped on the axle shaft tube cover side.
XJ and YJ axles are equipped with an optional
A.B.S. brake system. The A.B.S. tone rings are
pressed onto the axle shaft near the hub and
knuckle. For additional information on the A.B.S.
system refer to Group 5, Brakes.
²XJ vehicles use a non-disconnect axle.
²YJ vehicles use a vacuum disconnect axle (Fig. 5).
STANDARD DIFFERENTIAL OPERATION
The differential gear system divides the torque be-
tween the axle shafts. It allows the axle shafts to ro-
tate at different speeds when turning corners.
Each differential side gear is splined to an axle
shaft. The pinion gears are mounted on a pinion
mate shaft and are free to rotate on the shaft. Thepinion gear is fitted in a bore in the differential case
and is positioned at a right angle to the axle shafts.
In operation, power flow occurs as follows:
²Pinion gear rotates the ring gear
²Ring gear (bolted to the differential case) rotates
the case
²Differential pinion gears (mounted on the pinion
mate shaft in the case) rotate the side gears
²Side gears (splined to the axle shafts) rotate the
shafts
During straight-ahead driving, the differential pin-
ion gears do not rotate on the pinion mate shaft. This
occurs because input torque applied to gears is di-
vided and distributed equally between the two side
gears. As a result, the pinion gears revolve with the
pinion mate shaft but do not rotate around it (Fig. 6).
When turning corners, the outside wheel must
travel a greater distance than the inside wheel. This
difference must be compensated for in order to pre-
vent the wheels from scuffing and skidding through
the turn. To accomplish this, the differential allows
Fig. 4 Model 30 Differential Cover
Fig. 5 Disconnect Feature
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the axle shafts to turn at unequal speeds (Fig. 7). In
this instance, the input torque applied to the pinion
gears is not divided equally. The pinion gears now ro-
tate around the pinion mate shaft in opposite direc-tions. This allows the side gear and axle shaft
attached to the outside wheel to rotate at a faster
speed.
Fig. 6 Differential OperationÐStraight-Ahead Driving
Fig. 7 Differential OperationÐOn Turns
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even tire wear. The wheel toe position is thefinal
front wheel alignment adjustment.
²STEERING AXIS INCLINATION ANGLE is mea-
sured in degrees and is the angle that the steering
knuckles are tilted (Fig. 1). The inclination angle has
a fixed relationship with the camber angle. It will not
change except when a spindle or ball stud is dam-
aged or bent. The angle is not adjustable, the dam-
aged component(s) must be replaced to correct mis-
alignment.
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY ANY
SUSPENSION OR STEERING COMPONENT BY
HEATING AND BENDING.
PRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTION
Before starting a front wheel alignment, the follow-
ing inspection and necessary corrections must be
completed.(1) Tires with the same recommended air pressure,
size, and thread wear. Refer to Group 22, Tires And
Wheels for diagnosis information.
(2) Front wheel bearings for wear and looseness.
(3) Ball studs, steering linkage pivot points and
steering gear for looseness, roughness, binding or
wear. Refer to Group 19, Steering for additional in-
formation.
(4) Front wheels for excessive radial or lateral
runout and unbalance. Refer to Group 22, Tires And
Wheels for diagnosis information.
(5) Suspension components for wear. Check compo-
nents for correct torque. Refer to Groups 2 and 3,
Suspension and Axle for additional information.
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wheels. Secure the steering wheel with the front
wheels in the straight-ahead position. Turn off the
engine.
(2) Loosen the adjustment sleeve clamp bolts (Fig.
4, 5).
(3) Adjust the right wheel toe position with the
drag link. Turn the sleeve until the right wheel is at
specifications. Position the clamp bolts as shown (Fig.
6) and tighten to 49 Nzm (36 ft. lbs.) torque.Make
sure the toe setting does not change during
clamp tightening.(4) Adjust the left wheel toe position with the tie
rod. Turn the sleeve until the left wheel is at specifi-
cations. Position the clamp bolts as shown (Fig. 6)
and tighten to 27 Nzm (20 ft. lbs.) torque.Make sure
the toe setting does not change during clamp
tightening.
(5) Verify the right toe setting.
Fig. 5 Steering LinkageÐXJ (RHD)
Fig. 6 Drag Link and Tie Rod Clamp Location (LHD)
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TOE POSITIONÐYJ VEHICLES
The wheel toe position should be the final front
wheel alignment adjustment. In all instances follow
the equipment manufacturer's recommended proce-
dure.
(1) Start the engine if equipped with power steer-
ing. Turn wheels both ways before straightening the
wheels. Secure the steering wheel with the front
wheels in the straight-ahead position. Turn off the
engine.
(2) Loosen the adjustment sleeve clamp bolts on
the tie rod (Fig. 7).The tie rod and adjustment sleeve have both
right and left hand threads to provide equal ad-
justment for each wheel.
(3) After the adjustment is completed, position the
tie rod adjustment sleeve clamp bolts as shown.
(4) Tighten the adjustment sleeve clamp bolts to
27 Nzm (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
(5) Complete the adjustment. Position the drag
link clamp bolts as shown. Tighten the bolts to 49
Nzm (36 ft. lbs.) torque.
Fig. 7 Steering Linkage
YJ Vehicles
ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONSÐXJ VEHICLESALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONSÐYJ VEHICLES
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(3) Tighten the stabilizer bar to connecting link
nut to 36 Nzm (27 ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
UPPER SUSPENSION ARM
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the upper suspension arm nut and bolt
at the axle bracket (Fig. 3).
(3) Remove the nut and bolt (Fig. 3) at the frame
rail and remove the upper suspension arm.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the upper suspension arm at the axle
and frame rail (Fig. 3).
(2) Install the bolts and finger tighten the nuts
(Fig. 3).
(3) Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
(4) Tighten the nut at the axle to 75 Nzm (55 ft.
lbs.) torque.
Tighten the nut at the frame bracket to 90 Nzm (66
ft. lbs.) torque.
AXLE BUSHING REPLACEMENT
(1) Remove the upper suspension arm from axle.
Refer to Upper Suspension Arm Removal in this
Group.
(2) Insert Spacer 7932-3 (J-35581-3) around the
bushing in the axle bracket ears (Fig. 4).
(3) Assemble and install Bushing Removal/In-
staller (Fig. 4).
(4) Remove the bushing by tightening the hex-head
on Long Nut.For two-wheel drive axles and right side on
Model 30 axle, do not remove Spacer 7932-3 (J-
35581-3) at this time.
(5) Position the new bushing on Installer.
(6) Install the bushing by tightening the hex-head
on Long Nut (Fig. 5). Remove Spacer 7932-3 (J-
35581-3).
(7) Install the upper suspension arm to axle. Refer
to Upper Suspension Arm Installation in this Group.
Fig. 2 Stabilizer BarFig. 3 Upper and Lower Suspension Arms
Fig. 4 Axle Bracket Bushing Removal
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