Jeep Cherokee (XJ): Removal and installation
Jeep Cherokee (XJ) 1984 - 2001 Service Manual > Differential and driveline > Tube, 181, and 186 FBI axle > Removal and installation
- Drive axle assembly. Tube axle assembly. Axle shaft-cardan U-joint
- 181 FBI pinion shaft seal. 186 FBI pinion shaft seal. Collapsible spacer
- Hub bearing and axle shaft. Steering knuckle and ball studs. Differential
- Differential side bearings. Axle shaft oil seal. 181 FBI pinion
- 186 FBI pinion
- Ring gear
LUBRICANT CHANGE
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the lubricant fill hole plug from the
differential housing cover.
Remove the differential housing cover and
drain t ...
Drive axle assembly. Tube axle assembly. Axle shaft-cardan U-joint
Drive axle assembly
REMOVAL
Raise and support the vehicle.
Position a suitable lifting device under the
axle.
Secure axle to device.
Remove the wheels and tires.
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Other materials:
Description and operation
8 1/4 Axle
DESCRIPTION
The 8 1/4 inch axle housings consist of a cast iron
center section with axle tubes extending from either
side. The tubes are pressed into and welded to the
differential housing to form a one-piece axle housing
(Fig. 1).
The axles have a vent hose to relieve internal pr ...