How to replace the front axle seal on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
2.Install the brake rotor shield to the knuckle. 3.Install the hub bearing and axle shaft assembly, or axle shaft, into the housing and differential side gears. Avoid damaging the axle shaft oil seals in the axle housing.
Why do I need to replace the seal on my pinion shaft?
Also, if there is play in the pinion shaft or driveshaft, any oil seepage from the oil seal will continue once the symptom is corrected, so the seal must be replaced. This is due to uneven wear of the rubberized seal on the pinion shaft.
How can I tell if my pinion seal is leaking?
The only symptom of a leaking pinion seal is fluid contamination on the exterior of the differential housing, driveshaft, and in a straight line across the bottom of the vehicle where the seal is located.
2.Install the brake rotor shield to the knuckle. 3.Install the hub bearing and axle shaft assembly, or axle shaft, into the housing and differential side gears. Avoid damaging the axle shaft oil seals in the axle housing.
Where can I get a new axle for my Jeep?
Replacement axles can be purchased new from a Jeep dealer, but buying a used axle from a salvage yard or auto parts recycling center can save you a large amount of money. Loosen the lug nuts on the front wheels of your Jeep with a lug wrench.
Where are the shock absorbers located on a Jeep Cherokee?
Locate and remove the four retaining bolts where the front drive shaft meets the axle. Use a 10 mm wrench to loosen the bolts and slide the shaft out of the axle yoke, setting it out of the way. Locate the lower mounting bolts for the front shock absorbers on the axle near the base of the coil springs.
Are there any problems with the Jeep Cherokee differential?
Jeep Cherokee owners have reported 30 problems related to differential unit (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Jeep Cherokee based on all problems reported for the Cherokee.
Why is my Jeep Cherokee differential leaking fluid?
There seem to be widespread issue with the differential malfunctioning. Took the car for service and the mechanic found that the rear differential is leaking fluid all over. They checked the differential fluid level and noted excessive amount of metal present in diff. And fluid that leaked.
When does warranty expire on Jeep Cherokee differential?
Jeep service department is now replacing entire differential. Warranty expired at 100,000 miles. Vehicle around 120,000 miles now. Suspect a defect in differential, based on other internet searches. Also had similar issue about a year ago, and thought that balding tires were to blame.