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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2011GRAND CHEROKEE 2WD V6-3.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONREAR AXLE - 225RII
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD V6-3.6L
Rear Axle - 225RII
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD V6-3.6LSECTION Rear Axle - 225RII
DESCRIPTION
The 225 MM RII (Rear-Independent-Iron) axle is an independent assembly with a cast iron housing and differential. The 225 MM RII uses an open differential which is supported by two tapered roller bearings located on either side of the case. Differential bearing preload and ring gear backlash are controlled with select snap-rings located on the outside of the differential bearing cups. Pinion height is set with a select shim located under the rear pinion bearing cup.
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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.