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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2008COMMANDER 4WD V6-3.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULFRONT AXLE - C200FOVERHAUL (PINION GEAR/RING GEAR/TONE RING)REMOVAL
2008 Jeep Commander 4WD V6-3.7L
Removal
2008 Jeep Commander 4WD V6-3.7LSECTION Removal
REMOVAL
1. Remove differential from housing.
2. Remove left hand thread ring gear bolts.
3. Drive ring gear of the case with a soft hammer.
4. Bend pinion nut lock tab back.
5. Remove pinion flange (1) nut with flange Wrench C-3281 (2).
6. Remove pinion flange (1) with Puller C-452 (2).
7. Drive pinion gear out of the housing with a soft hammer.
8. Remove pinion seal (1) with a pry bar (2).
9. Remove collapsible spacer (1) from pinion shaft (2).
10. Remove spacer (1) from pinion shaft (2).
11. Remove rear pinion bearing from pinion shaft (1) with Puller C-293-PA (2) and four Adapters C-293-37.
12. Remove front pinion bearing cup (1) with Handle C-4171 (2) and Remover D-103 (3).
13. Remove rear pinion bearing cup (1) with Remover 9084 (2) and Handle C-4171.
14. Remove pinion height select shim (1) from rear pinion bearing cup bore (2).
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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.