Wrangler L6-4.0L VIN S (2000)
Fig. 29
8. Remove the rear pinion bearing cup from axle housing (Fig. 29). Use Remover D-148 and Handle C-4171.
9. Remove the depth shims from rear pinion bearing cup bore in axle housing. Record the thickness of the depth shims.
NOTE: The pinion depth shims can be very thin. Verify that all shims have been removed before proceeding.
Fig. 30
10. Remove the rear pinion bearing from the pinion with Puller/Press C-293-PA and Adapters C-293-48 (Fig. 30).
Place 4 adapter blocks so they do not damage the bearing cage.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Pinion depth shims are placed between the rear pinion bearing cup and axle housing to achieve proper ring and pinion gear mesh. If the
factory installed ring and pinion gears are reused, the pinion depth shim should not require replacement. Refer to Differential, Adjustments for Pinion
Gear Depth procedure to select the proper thickness shim before installing pinion gear.
