Wrangler 4WD L4-150 2.5L VIN P MFI (1998)
Rear Bearing Cup Removal
8. Remove the rear pinion bearing cup from axle housing. Use Remover D-149 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.
Collapsible Spacer
10. Remove the collapsible preload spacer from pinion gear.