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Proper Drive Shaft Care & Lubrication

November 15th, 2011

WHY LUBRICATE?
Proper lubrication of any moving parts in a driveline is essential to keep the driveline in proper working order and to obtain an acceptable service life.

WHAT SHALL I GREASE?
All universal joints, slip yoke and stub shaft assemblies, as well as centering kits in CV heads should be greased regularly.

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Jeep Wrangler JK Driveshaft Installation

November 15th, 2011

Version 1.1

GENERAL NOTES:

-These instruction are for the installation of 1310 and 1350 JK drive shafts, any differences will be noted
-Front and rear procedures are the same, any differences will be noted.
-Pinion yoke torque is very critical, follow the instructions completely or you may over crush the crush sleeve and have to completely disassemble the differential to replace it.
-We recommend that you install a new pinion nut when replacing the pinion yoke. New nuts are available from the dealer at a reasonable price.
-Front pinion nut: 04720895
-Rear pinion nut: 05191197AA
-To the best of our knowledge this technical data is correct. We recommend check O. E. specifications.

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