Wrangler 4WD L4-150 2.5L VIN P MFI (1998)
Pinion Yoke Installation
2. Install yoke on the pinion gear with Installer W-162-D, Cup 8109, and Holder 6958.
CAUTION: Do not exceed the minimum tightening torque when installing the pinion yoke retaining nut at this point. Damage to the pinion bearings
may result.
3. Install the pinion washer and a new nut on the pinion gear. Tighten the nut only enough to remove the shaft end play.
4. Tighten pinion nut to 217 Nm (160 ft. lbs.).
Check Pinion Rotation Torque
5. Rotate the pinion shaft using a (inch lbs.) torque wrench. Rotating torque should be equal to the reading recorded during removal, plus an
additional 0.56 Nm (5 inch lbs.).
6. If the rotating torque is low, use Holder 6958 to hold the pinion yoke, and tighten the pinion shaft nut in 6.8 Nm (5 ft. lbs.) increments until proper
rotating torque is achieved.
7. Align the installation reference marks on the propeller shaft and yoke, and install the propeller shaft.
8. Check and fill the gear lubricant.
9. Install the brake drums.
10. Install wheel and tire assemblies.
11. Lower the vehicle.
