Liberty Sport 2WD L4-2.4L VIN 1 (2002)
16. Remove rear bearing from the pinion with Puller/Press C-293-PA and Adapters C-293-39 (Fig. 74).
17. Remove depth shims from pinion gear shaft and record shim thickness.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: A pinion depth shim/oil slinger is placed between the rear pinion bearing cone and the pinion head to achieve proper ring gear and pinion
mesh. If ring gear and pinion are reused, the pinion depth shim/oil slinger should not require replacement. Select the proper thickness shim/oil
slinger if ring and pinion gears are replaced.
1. Apply Mopar Door Ease or equivalent lubricant to outside surface of bearing cup.
2. Install pinion rear bearing cup with Installer C-146 and Driver Handle C-4171 (Fig. 75) and verify cup is seated.
3. Apply Mopar Door Ease or equivalent lubricant to outside surface of bearing cup.
