Mike's Workshop Manuals: Service manuals for every vehicle
Home >> Jeep >> 2016 >> Cherokee Limited, 3.2L Eng VIN S, FWD >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different variant/trim >> Section 9 (Rear Driveline Module) >> Installation >> Installation

Section 9 (Rear Driveline Module): Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
CAUTION:

Never grasp half shaft assembly by the boots. This may cause the boot to pucker or crease and reduce the service life of the boot.

Avoid over angulating or stroking the C/V joints when handling the half shaft.

Half shafts exposed to battery acid, transmission fluid, brake fluid, differential fluid or gasoline may cause the boots to deteriorate. Failure to follow these instructions will result in damage.

CAUTION:

Propeller shaft installation is a two-person operation. Never allow propeller shaft to hang from the center bearing, or while only connected to the transmission or rear axle flanges. A helper is required. If a propeller shaft section is hung unsupported, damage may occur to the shaft, coupler, and/or center bearing from over-angulation. This may result in driveline vibrations and/or component failure.

    NOTE:

    Clean the splined mating surfaces and apply a light grease to the internal splines prior to installing halfshaft.

  1. If removed, install the right axle shaft into the RDU. Clean any residual excess grease from RDU output shaft.
  2. Install the right axle shaft shim onto hub end of shaft.
  3. Secure the RDU on a suitable jack and secure it with chains.
  4. If service was performed to the RDU and hydraulic fluid needs to be added, refer to FLUID, HYDRAULIC, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  5. Raise the RDU with the right axle shaft into position.
    NOTE:

    There are locating pins on the RDU bracket. Make sure the RDU bracket is in the correct location.

    Fig 1: Identifying Axle Shaft And Rear Drive Module
    GC0159420Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  6. Guide the right halfshaft (2) into the right side hub.
  7. Connect the vent hose.
    Fig 2: Sway Bar & Bolt
    GC0159894Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  8. Install rear RDU bracket to isolator through bolt hand tight.
    NOTE:

    Do not tighten at this time.

    NOTE:

    The rear sway bar (2) may need to be repositioned to install the RDU bolt (1).

    Fig 3: Front Mount Bolts
    GC0159244Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  9. Install the four RDU bracket to RDU bolts (3) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
    Fig 4: Identifying Rear Half Shaft
    GC0159951Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  10. Install the nuts on the front RDU bracket to isolator through bolts (1 and 2) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
  11. Tighten the rear RDU to isolator through bolt to the proper specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
    12. NOTE:

    Clean the splined mating surfaces and apply a light grease to the internal splines prior to installing halfshaft.

  12. Install the left axle shaft onto the RDU. Clean any residual excess grease from RDU output shaft.
  13. Install the axle shaft shim onto hub end of the shaft.
  14. Install the left rear knuckle. Refer to KNUCKLE, REAR, INSTALLATION .
    Fig 5: Aligning Index Marks On Propeller Shaft To Pinion Flange
    GC0159891Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
    NOTE:

    The six bolts that are used to secure the propeller shaft to the RDU input flange MUST be replaced. Do not reuse the bolts/washers.

    NOTE:

    Use of Anti-seize compound is prohibited.

    NOTE:

    Make sure the double washer is flat/flush to the joint housing prior to tightening the bolt to avoid damage to the washer, if damaged replace bolt washer assembly.

    NOTE:

    No torque verification is allowed after 10 minutes of the bolts being tightened to specifications. ANY MANIPULATION of the bolts after 10 minutes of being tightened will require the bolt(s) to be replaced.

  15. Connect the propeller shaft to the RDU and align the mark made during removal, and tighten the NEW  bolts (1) to the proper specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
    Fig 6: Identifying Pressure Sensor And Pump Motor Electrical Connectors
    GC0159204Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  16. Connect the pump motor wire harness connector (2).
  17. Connect the pressure sensor wire harness connector (1).
  18. Install the muffler. Refer to MUFFLER, EXHAUST, INSTALLATION .
  19. Connect the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), connect the IBS connector to the negative battery cable.
  20. If service was performed and the RDU and differential fluid needs to be added, refer to FLUID, DIFFERENTIAL, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
scientia non olet · About Mike's Workshop Manuals