Grand Cherokee 4WD V8-4.7L (2003)
Axle Bearing: Service and Repair
Rear Axle - 198RBI
AXLE BEARINGS/SEALS
REMOVAL
1. Remove axle shaft from vehicle.
NOTE: The axle bearing race is normally loose in the axle tube.
2. Drill a shallow hole into soft steel axle bearing retaining ring with a 3/8 inch drill bit (Fig. 22). Use a drill depth stop to avoid marking the axle.