Wrangler 4WD L4-150 2.5L VIN P MFI (1998)
Collapsible Preload Spacer
7. Install a new collapsible preload spacer on pinion shaft and install pinion gear in housing.
Pinion Yoke Installation
8. Install yoke with Installer W-162-B, Cup 8109, and Holder 6958.
9. Install the pinion washer and a new nut on the pinion gear. Tighten the nut to 216 Nm (160 ft. lbs.) minimum. Do not over-tighten. Maximum
torque is 352 Nm (260 ft. lbs.).
CAUTION: Never loosen pinion gear nut to decrease pinion gear bearing rotating torque and never exceed specified preload torque. If preload
torque is exceeded a new collapsible spacer must be installed. The torque sequence will then have to be repeated.
