Section 250 (Rear Axle): Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Jeep Wrangler and 2015 Jeep Wrangler. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Rear Reference Mark

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With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
Position and secure a lift under the axle.
Mark propeller shaft flange (1) and axle pinion flange (2) for installation reference.
Remove propeller shaft and suspend under the vehicle.

Fig 2: Vent Hose
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Remove vent hose (1) from the axle tube (2).

Fig 3: Tru-Lok Harness
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Disconnect Tru-Lok wiring connectors (1, 2).

Fig 4: Rear Disc Brake Rotor & Caliper
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Remove brake calipers (2) and rotors (1) from axle.

Fig 5: Cable At Support Plate
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Remove park brake cables (1) from axle (2).
NOTE:
Park brake cables are self adjusting and must be locked out before removal.

Fig 6: Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
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Remove brake sensors connector (1) from sensors (2).

Fig 7: Track Bar
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Remove track bar (1) from axle bracket (2)

Fig 8: Link
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Remove stabilizer bar links (1) from axle brackets (2).

Fig 9: Shock Absorber
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Remove shock absorbers (1) from axle brackets (2).

Fig 10: Upper Control Arms
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Remove upper control arms (1) from axle brackets (2).

Fig 11: Lower Control Arms
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Loosen lower control arm (1) bolts and lower axle enough to remove coil springs and spring insulators.
Remove lower control arm (1) from axle brackets (2).
Lower and remove the axle.