Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2004)
Damage to bearings may result.
4. Rotate the pinion a minimum of ten times and verify pinion rotates smoothly. Rotate the pinion shaft using an inch pound torque wrench. Rotating
torque should be equal to the reading recorded during removal, plus 0.56 Nm (5 in. lbs.) (Fig. 33).
5. If rotating torque is low, use Wrench 6958 to hold the pinion yoke (Fig. 34) and tighten the pinion shaft nut in 6.8 Nm (5 ft. lbs.) increments until
rotating torque is achieved.
CAUTION: If the maximum tightening torque is reached prior to reaching the required rotating torque, the collapsible spacer may have been
damaged. Replace the collapsible spacer.
6. Install propeller shaft with reference marks aligned.
7. Fill differential with gear lubricant.
8. Install the brake rotors and calipers.
9. Install wheel and tire assemblies.
10. Lower the vehicle.
