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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2011WRANGLER V6-3.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULREAR AXLE - 226RBIDIFFERENTIAL CARRIER - ASSEMBLY
2011 Jeep Wrangler V6-3.8L
Differential Carrier - Assembly
2011 Jeep Wrangler V6-3.8LSECTION Differential Carrier - Assembly
ASSEMBLY
NOTE: If same gears and thrust washers are being used, install them into their original locations.
1. Lubricate all differential components with axle lubricant.
2. Install first side gear (1) with thrust washer (2) through differential window.
3. Install second side gear (1) with thrust washer (2) through differential window.
4. Install pinion gears (1) with thrust washers (2) through differential windows (3).
5. Rotate pinion gears (1) with thrust washers (2) and align gears to pinion mate shaft hole.
6. Install pinion mate shaft (1) in differential and pinion gears (2).
7. Install pinion mate shaft (2) roll pin (1).
8. Install ring gear (2) and bolts (1) on differential.
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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.