Genuine 1995 Jeep Wrangler Axle Shaft

1995 Jeep Wrangler Axle Shaft Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Remove and Install the Axle Shaft in a Rear Axle Assembly on 1995 Jeep Wrangler?

  A: To work on leaf-spring models, begin by loosening the rear wheel lug nuts, raising the vehicle, and securely supporting it on jackstands placed under the frame rails near the rear spring front eyes. Remove the wheels, disconnect the driveshaft from the differential pinion shaft yoke, and hang the rear of the driveshaft from the underbody with wire. Unbolt the rear track bar from the axle tube, disconnect the axle vent tube, and detach the parking brake cables from the equalizer. Position a floor jack under the differential, and if possible, use a second jack under each side axle for balance. Disconnect the shock absorbers from the axle, remove the flexible brake hose from the floorpan fitting while preventing fluid loss, and loosen the bolts attaching the spring eyes to the frame brackets and shackles. Remove the U-bolt nuts from the leaf spring tie plates, raise the rear axle assembly slightly, unbolt the springs from the shackles, and lower the rear ends of the springs to the floor before moving the axle assembly out from under the vehicle. For coil-spring models, securely support the vehicle on jackstands, remove the rear wheels, and position a floor jack under the differential. Remove the ABS wheel speed sensors if equipped, disconnect the parking brake cables, and remove the calipers and brake discs. Disconnect the vent tube from the axle housing, make match marks on the driveshaft and pinion flange, and remove the driveshaft. Disconnect the links of the rear stabilizer bar, remove the shock absorbers, and take out the bolts securing the upper and lower control arms to the rear axle housing. Remove the rear track bar and swing the control arms out of the way to lower the axle until the rear coil springs can be removed. For installation, reverse the removal steps, ensuring the rear axle assembly is raised to its ride height before fully tightening the track bar and control arm bolts, and tighten all other fasteners to the specified torque settings.