Jeep 1996 Grand Cherokee Service Manual page 138

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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY (Continued)
DISASSEMBLY
Service to the Trac–Lok differential requires the
use of Tool Set C–4487 (J–23781). Refer to Model 44
Axle section in this Group for Differential Removal
and Installation.
(1) Clamp Side Gear Holding Tool 6963 in a vise.
(2) Position the differential case on the holding
tool (Fig. 41). Place shop towels under the differen-
tial to avoid damage if removal of the ring gear is
required (Fig. 41).
Fig. 41 Differential Case Holding Tool
(3) If ring gear replacement is required, remove
and discard the bolts holding the ring gear to the
case. Tap the ring gear with a rawhide or plastic
mallet and separate ring gear from case (Fig. 42).
Fig. 42 Ring Gear Removal
DIFFERENTIAL AND DRIVELINE
(4) Remove the pinion gear mate shaft lock screw
(Fig. 43).
Fig. 43 Mate Shaft Lock Screw
(5) Remove the pinion gear mate shaft. If neces-
sary, use a drift and hammer (Fig. 44).
Fig. 44 Mate Shaft Removal
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