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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2009LIBERTY 4WD V6-3.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULFRONT AXLE - 186FIADIFFERENTIAL CARRIER - INSTALLATION
2009 Jeep Liberty 4WD V6-3.7L
Differential Carrier - Installation
2009 Jeep Liberty 4WD V6-3.7LSECTION Differential Carrier - Installation
INSTALLATION
NOTE: If differential bearings or differential case are replaced, differential bearing preload and gear backlash must be adjusted.
1. Install Spreader W-129-B (1) and Spreader Retainers W-129-1 (2) on Spreader Adapters 9959 and tighten spreader turnbuckle finger-tight.
2. Attach Dial Indicator C-3339A (1) to spreader retainer stud. Load indicator plunger (2) against opposite side of the housing and zero the indicator
3. Spread the differential case 0.34 mm (0.013 in). CAUTION: Never spread the differential housing over 0.34 mm (0.013 in). Failure to follow these instructions will damage the housing.
4. Remove dial indicator.
5. Install differential case (1) bearing cups (2) and shims into housing.
6. Install bearing caps and loosely install bolts.
7. Loosen turnbuckle remove spreader retainers and spreader.
8. Remove spreader adapters (1) from differential housing (2).
9. Tighten bearing cap (1) bolts in a criss-cross pattern to 54-68 Nm (39-50 ft. lbs.).
10. Install right axle shaft and half shafts.
11. Install differential housing cover.
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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.