Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Axle Shaft: Installation
Position dynamic damper properly on axle shaft (if equipped). See DYNAMIC DAMPERΒ . To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. See Fig 1. On all models, when installing axle shaft nut, washer must be installed with chamfered edge (raised side) toward axle shaft nut. Tighten the axle shaft nut to proper specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ table.
| Application (1) | Inner Joint (2) | Outer Joint (2) | Length | |||||
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| FWD | ||||||||
| Left | TJ | RJ | 27.9" (708 mm) | |||||
| Right | TJ | RJ | 14.5" (368 mm) | |||||
| 4WD | ||||||||
| Left | DOJ | BJ | 14.6" (371 mm) | |||||
| Right | DOJ | BJ | 14.8" (377 mm) | |||||
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| Application (1) | Inner Joint (2) | Outer Joint (2) | Length | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD (A/T) | ||||||||
| Left | TJ | BJ | 27.7" (703 mm) | |||||
| Right | TJ | BJ | 14.6" (371 mm) | |||||
| FWD (M/T) | ||||||||
| Left | TJ | BJ | 27.8" (707 mm) | |||||
| Right | TJ | BJ | 14.5" (368 mm) | |||||
| 4WD | ||||||||
| Left | TJ | BJ | 14.4" (365 mm) | |||||
| Right | TJ | BJ | 14.6" (371 mm) | |||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.