Cherokee 2WD L6-4.0L VIN S (1998)
Countershaft: Service and Repair
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove select fit snap-ring holding the countershaft front bearing onto the countershaft.
2. Using Bearing Splitter P-334, a suitable spacer on center of countershaft, and a shop press, remove the countershaft front bearing from the
countershaft.
ASSEMBLY
1. Remove any nicks or burrs on countershaft hub with fine emery or crocus cloth.
2. Position countershaft front bearing on end of countershaft. Be sure the snap-ring groove in bearing is facing forward.
3. Using Special Tool 8109 and a shop press, press bearing onto countershaft.
Countershaft Front Bearing Snap-Ring
4. Select the thickest snap-ring that will fit into the snap-ring grove of the countershaft.
5. Install snap-ring to hold countershaft front bearing onto countershaft.
