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Applies to: JEEP CHEROKEE (1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001)
Flathead Screwdriver
Lug Wrench
Breaker Bar
Wire Cutters
36mm Socket
½” drive ½” 12 point socket
3/8” drive 13mm socket
3/8" Socket
1/2" Socket
7mm Allen Socket
Large Hammer
Pull the Wheel and Tire off
Use a pair of Wire Cutters to pull the cotter pin for the axle nut. Then remove the nut using a 36mm socket. Use a large screwdriver in your brake rotor to keep everything from spinning. Use a breaker bar to free the axle nut.
TIP - Sometimes the axle nut can be stubborn. If it is, find a pipe or muffler from the yard and use it to extend the leverage on your breaker bar!
Remove the brake caliper with a 13mm socket. If it’s stubborn, use a C-clamp to compress the caliper. Hang the caliper on the control arm to get it out of the way.
Remove the brake rotor and use the 12 point ½” socket to remove the 3 bolts holding the unit bearing in place.
Use a large hammer to beat the unit bearing free from the knuckle.
Pull the axle shaft straight out.
