Overview
The Crown Automotive 83503054 is a retainer ring seal for Dana 35 and Dana 44 rear axles. It fits the 1984 to 1989 Jeep Cherokee XJ, the 1986 to 1989 Jeep Comanche, the 1987 to 1989 Jeep Wrangler YJ and the 1999 to 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ.
A retainer ring seal sits at the retainer that holds the axle shaft in the housing, and it keeps gear oil from leaking out at that point. It installs at the rear position.
Replacing the rear retainer seal
The retainer ring seal is a small rubber-type part that works where the axle shaft passes through the retainer at the end of the housing. Gear oil sits inside the housing under pressure from heat and motion, so the seal has to hold steady at that point. Leaks usually show up as dark oil on the inside of the wheel or a dirty backing plate after a drive, and they tend to grow over time if the seal is hardened or nicked.
When the axle is open for another job, look at the retainer surface where the seal rides. A pitted or scored surface can wear a new seal quickly, so clean it and check it before fitting. Gear oil level matters too. Top up to the level marked on the housing once the seal is in, and check again after a few drives, since a seal that is just beginning to leak can look dry at first.
- Check the retainer surface for scoring before fitting the new seal
- Refill gear oil to the housing mark after installation
Specifications
| Brand | Crown Automotive |
|---|---|
| Part number | 83503054 |
| UPC | 848399025088 |
| Axle | Dana 35 and Dana 44 rear |
| Position | Rear |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 1984 to 1989 Jeep Cherokee XJ (Base, Chief, Laredo, Limited, Pioneer and Sport), the 1986 to 1989 Jeep Comanche (Base, Chief, Custom, Eliminator, Laredo, Pioneer, X and XLS), the 1999 to 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ (Laredo, Limited, Overland, Special Edition and Sport) and the 1987 to 1989 Jeep Wrangler YJ (Base, Islander, Laredo, S, Sahara and Sport).
Wrangler TJ and LJ, the Grand Cherokee ZJ and WK, and Cherokee years after 1989 are not on this list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
What’s included
One retainer ring seal. Check the package contents against your installation before starting.
