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.
2008 Jeep Commander 4WD V6-3.7LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Assembly
ASSEMBLY
1. Install lower side gear (1) through differential window (2).
2. Install upper side gear (1) through differential window (2).
3. Install pinion gears (1) with washers into differential window (2) and rotate gears till aligned with pinion shaft hole.
4. Install pinion gears (1) mate shaft (2) into the case.
5. Install pinion mate shaft lock pin (1) with a hammer and punch, into the differential case and mate shaft (2).
6. Install left hand thread ring gear Installer Bolts 9533 (1) through differential (2) and into ring gear. Tighten nuts on installer bolts evenly and draw ring gear onto differential case.
7. Remove installer bolts and install new ring gear bolts and tighten to 102 Nm (75 ft. lbs.).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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