1996 cherokee front axle identification?

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08-04-2010, 09:42 PM

Spl170s

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1996 cherokee front axle identification?

how do i know what axle setup i have in front of this 96 cherokee? and gear ratio?

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08-04-2010, 09:45 PM

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Year: 1993, 1994

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L HO

It's a Dana 30. Gear ratio should be stamped on it, or on a tag on the rear (same gear ratio).

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08-04-2010, 10:15 PM

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Yep it's a Dana 30, all XJs came with a Dana 30 front axle. This should give you a general guideline as to what the gear ratio could be.

Gearing

3.07 - used with 4.0L engine / manual transmission
3.31 - only available on older (pre87?) 2 door XJs with "Fuel Economy" package
3.55 - used with 4.0L engine / automatic transmission
3.73 - found in some XJs with the towing package
4.10 - used with 2.5L engine usually, and older XJs with the "Off-Highway Vehicle" package.