Jeep Cherokee (XJ): Cleaning and inspection. Adjustments. Specifications
PROPELLER SHAFT Adjust the rear axle pinion input angle on vehicles
equipped with leaf springs with tapered shims (Fig.
37). Install tapered shims between the springs and
axle pad to correct the angle. Refer to Group 2, Suspension,
for additional information.
1 - WEDGE FRONT AXLE PINION INPUT ANGLE Adjust the front axle pinion input angle at the
lower suspension arms with shims (Fig. 38). Adding
shims will decrease the pinion shaft angle but will
also increase the caster angle. The pinion shaft angle
has priority over the caster angle. Refer to Group 2,
Suspension, for additional information. Adjust the front axle pinion input angle at the
lower suspension arms with shims (Fig. 38). Adding
shims will decrease the pinion shaft angle but will
also increase the caster angle. The pinion shaft angle
has priority over the caster angle. Refer to Group 2,
Suspension, for additional information. PROPELLER SHAFTS AND U-JOINTS DESCRIPTION TORQUE Bolts, Transfer Case Yoke . . . . . 27 N·m (20 ft. lbs.)
1 - SHIMCleaning and inspection
Adjustments
Rear axle pinion input angle
Fig. 37 Pinion Angle Adjustment at Leaf SpringsFront axle pinion input angle
Specifications
Bolts, Axle Yoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 N·m (14 ft. lbs.)
Bolts, Axle Yoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 N·m (14 ft. lbs.)
Fig. 38 Front Axle Angle Adjustment
2 - SUSPENSION ARM
Service procedures. Removal and installation. Disassembly and assembly
Other materials:
Liftgate support rod cylinder. Liftgate support rod ball stud. Liftgate outside handle
Liftgate support rod cylinder
REMOVAL
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE A SUPPORT ROD
CYLINDER WITH THE LIFTGATE CLOSED. EACH
SUPPORT ROD PISTON IS OPERATED BY HIGH
PRESSURE GAS. IT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR
PERSONAL INJURY IF IT IS REMOVED WITH THE
PISTON COMPRESSED. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE
OR REPA ...