Jeep Cherokee (XJ): 8 1/4 Rear axle

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8 1/4 Axle DESCRIPTION The 8 1/4 inch axle housings consist of a cast iron center section with axle tubes extending from either side. The tubes are pressed into and welded to the differential hous ...

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Final assembly
(1) Scrape the residual sealant from the housing and cover mating surfaces. Clean the mating surfaces with mineral spirits. Apply a bead of Mopart Silicone Rubber Sealant, or equivalent, on the housing cover (Fig. 48). Install the housing cover within 5 minutes after applying the sealant. ...