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2008 Jeep Compass 4WD L4-2.4L
Assembly
2008 Jeep Compass 4WD L4-2.4LSECTION Assembly
ASSEMBLY
1. Install the pinion head bearing using Installer 5050A (3) and Handle C-4171 (2).
2. Install the outer pinion bearing cup using Installer 8594 and Handle C-4171.
3. Install bearing (4) on pinion (3) using Installer 6052 (2) and press (1).
4. Install a new collapsible spacer (2) onto the pinion shaft (1).
5. Install the pinion into the housing and place the outer bearing over the pinion.
6. Install the pinion nut (1) onto the pinion shaft (3).
7. Using Spline Holder 9742 (1) and Socket 9921 (2), tighten pinion nut to 74 Nm (133 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the pinion seal using Installer 9931 (2) and a hammer (1).
9. Install side gears (2), shims (4) and pinion gears (3) into carrier (1).
10. Install the pinion gear shaft into the pinion gears and start the roll pin.
11. Use a pin punch to install the roll pin (1).
12. Apply MOPAR� Lock & Seal Adhesive or an equivalent to the ring gear bolts (1).
13. Install ring gear (2) onto the carrier.
14. Install ring gear bolts (1) and tighten to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
15. Press ring gear side (3) carrier bearing (2) onto shaft using Installer 9643 (1) and press (4).
16. Coat the ring and pinion gears with pattern grease before assembling.
17. Press pinion gear side (3) carrier bearing (2) onto shaft using Installer 9643 (1) and press (4).
18. Install measured side shims (3) and carrier (1) into the carrier housing (2).
19. Apply a bead of MOPAR� AXLE RTV on the case to seal the cover.
20. Install cover onto carrier case.
21. Tighten cap bolts (2) to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.) and tighten cover bolts (1) to 23 Nm (16 ft. lbs.).
22. Open the window on the cover and do a pattern check of the gears.
23. Place pinion side axle seal (1) onto Installer 9893 (3) with lip side down (2).
24. Install pinion side axle seal using Installer 9893 (2) and Handle C-4171 (1).
25. Place pinion side axle seal (1) onto Installer 9893 (3) with lip side down (2).
26. Install ring gear side axle seal using Installer 9893 (2) and Handle C-4171 (1).
27. Remove all old gasket material on the mating surfaces of the ECC and RDA. Coat the edge face with liquid gasket. Install wave washer.
28. Install the ECC to the RDA and tighten the bolts to 78 Nm (58 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.