Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1998)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Rear Axle - 216RBA
REMOVAL
1. Remove the axle shaft.
2. Remove the axle shaft seal from the end of the axle shaft tube with a small pry bar.
NOTE: The seal and bearing can be removed at the same time with the bearing removal tool.
Axle Shaft Bearing Removal Tool
3. Remove the axle shaft bearing from the tube with Bearing Removal Tool Set 6310 using Adapter Foot 6310-5.
4. Inspect the axle shaft tube bore for roughness and burrs. Remove as necessary.
INSTALLATION
Do not install the original axle shaft seal. Always install a new seal.
1. Wipe the bore in the axle shaft tube clean.
2. Install axle shaft bearing with Installer 6436 and Handle C-4171. Ensure part number on the bearing is against the installer.
Axle Shaft Seal Installation
3. Install the new axle shaft seal with Installer 6437 and Handle C-4171.
4. Install the axle shaft.
