1995 JEEP XJ Service And Repair Manual

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JEEP XJ 1995  Service And Repair Manual Fig. 45 Gear Tooth Contact Patterns
3 - 28 REAR SUSPENSION AND AXLESJ

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JEEP XJ 1995  Service And Repair Manual FINAL ASSEMBLY
(1) Install the axle shafts. Refer to Axle Shaft In-
stallation within this group.
(2) Scrape the residual sealant from the housing
and cover mating surfaces. Clean the mating surfaces

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JEEP XJ 1995  Service And Repair Manual 8 1/4 AXLE
INDEX
page page
Axle Shaft, Seal and Bearing Service.......... 32
Differential Service........................ 34
Drive Axle Assembly ReplacementÐXJ Vehicles . . 31
Information............

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JEEP XJ 1995  Service And Repair Manual LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Multi-purpose, hypoid gear lubricant should be
used in the 8 1/4 inch axle. The lubricant should
have MIL-L-2105C and API GL 5 quality specifica-
tions. MOPARtHypoid Gear Lubr

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JEEP XJ 1995  Service And Repair Manual AXLE SHAFT, SEAL AND BEARING SERVICE
CAUTION: When rear axle service is necessary,
both rear wheels must be raised off the surface so
that they are free to rotate. Be cautious when the
tires are being

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JEEP XJ 1995  Service And Repair Manual BEARING AND SEAL INSTALLATION
Do not install the original axle shaft seal. Al-
ways install a new seal.
(1) Wipe the bore in the axle shaft tube clean.
(2) If the original bearing is not reusable, ins

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JEEP XJ 1995  Service And Repair Manual INSTALLATION
(1) Examine the splines on the pinion shaft for
burrs or wear.
(2) Remove any burrs and clean the shaft.
(3) Inspect the pinion yoke for cracks, worn splines
and a worn seal contact surfa

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JEEP XJ 1995  Service And Repair Manual CAUTION: Do not subject the bearings, cups, bores
or journals to heat from a torch or other abuse. Per-
manent damage could result. Special tools are
available and recommended when servicing axle.
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