Jeep Cherokee (XJ): Cleaning and inspection. Adjustments. Specifications
PROPELLER SHAFT Adjust the rear axle pinion input angle on vehicles
equipped with leaf springs with tapered shims (Fig.
37). Install tapered shims between the springs and
axle pad to correct the angle. Refer to Group 2, Suspension,
for additional information.
1 - WEDGE FRONT AXLE PINION INPUT ANGLE Adjust the front axle pinion input angle at the
lower suspension arms with shims (Fig. 38). Adding
shims will decrease the pinion shaft angle but will
also increase the caster angle. The pinion shaft angle
has priority over the caster angle. Refer to Group 2,
Suspension, for additional information. Adjust the front axle pinion input angle at the
lower suspension arms with shims (Fig. 38). Adding
shims will decrease the pinion shaft angle but will
also increase the caster angle. The pinion shaft angle
has priority over the caster angle. Refer to Group 2,
Suspension, for additional information. PROPELLER SHAFTS AND U-JOINTS DESCRIPTION TORQUE Bolts, Transfer Case Yoke . . . . . 27 N·m (20 ft. lbs.)
1 - SHIMCleaning and inspection
Adjustments
Rear axle pinion input angle
Fig. 37 Pinion Angle Adjustment at Leaf SpringsFront axle pinion input angle
Specifications
Bolts, Axle Yoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 N·m (14 ft. lbs.)
Bolts, Axle Yoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 N·m (14 ft. lbs.)
Fig. 38 Front Axle Angle Adjustment
2 - SUSPENSION ARM
Service procedures. Removal and installation. Disassembly and assembly
Other materials:
Diagnosis and testing
Water leaks
Water leaks can be caused by poor sealing,
improper body component alignment, body seam
porosity, missing plugs, or blocked drain holes. Centrifugal
and gravitational force can cause water to
drip from a location away from the actual leak point,
making leak detection difficult. All ...