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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.
2009 Jeep Commander 4WD V8-5.7LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Part 2
DISASSEMBLY
30. Remove the mainshaft and differential assembly (1) from the front housing (2).
31. Remove intermediate clutch shaft (2) snap-ring (1).
32. Remove the intermediate clutch shaft thrust ring (1).
33. Remove the intermediate clutch shaft (1).
34. Remove the differential snap-ring (1).
35. Remove the differential assembly (1) from the mainshaft (2).
36. Remove the mode hub (2) and mode hub retainer from the differential assembly (1).
37. Remove the mode hub retainer (1) from the mode hub (2).
38. Remove the range fork and range hub as one.
39. Remove the retaining ring (2) from the front output shaft (1).
40. Remove the front output shaft (2) from the front housing (1) and the front output shaft front bearing.
41. Remove the oil pick-up tube and screen (1) from the rear housing.
42. Remove the oil pick-up tube o-ring (2) from the rear housing (1).
43. Remove the retaining ring (2) from the shift sector shaft (1).
44. Remove the shift sector (2) from the rear housing (1).
45. Remove the input shaft seal with a suitable pry tool or a screw mounted in a slide hammer.
46. Remove the retaining ring (2) holding the input gear assembly into the front housing.
47. Remove the input gear and low range planetary assembly (1) from the front housing.
48. Remove the snap-ring (2) holding the input gear (1) into the low range planetary (3).
49. Remove the input gear (1) and lock plate (2) from the low range planetary (3) and remove the lock plate.
50. Remove the top thrust washer (no tabs) (2) from the input gear (1).
51. Remove the bottom thrust washer (3 tabs) (1) from the low range planetary (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.
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