Grand Cherokee 4WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1998)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Constant Velocity Type Axle Shaft Assembly
If the axle shaft and hub bearing are being removed in order to service another component, the axle shaft and hub bearing can be removed as an
assembly.
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the brake caliper and rotor.
4. Remove ABS wheel speed sensor, if necessary.
Fig. 20
5. Remove the cotter pin, nut retainer, and axle hub nut, if necessary.
Fig. 21
6. Remove the hub to knuckle bolts.
7. Remove the hub from the steering knuckle and axle shaft, if necessary.