Overview
The Crown Automotive J0940522 is a steering gear cover gasket for Jeep vehicles with manual steering. It fits the Cherokee XJ, CJ5, CJ7, Comanche, J10 and J20 trucks, Scrambler and Wrangler YJ from 1981 to 1995.
The fitment section below lists each model with its years and trims, so match your Jeep against it before ordering.
Key features
- Gasket for the steering gear cover
- Designed for manual steering
- Direct fit replacement as listed by the manufacturer
- Crown Automotive part number J0940522
Steering gear cover care
The steering gear cover gasket seals the gear housing cover to the gear case so that lubricant stays inside and dirt stays out. On older Jeep trucks and Wrangler YJ models the gear sits low on the frame, where road spray, mud and water reach it easily, so a gasket that has hardened or shrunk can start to weep oil over time. A small drip at the cover is often the first sign that the seal needs attention.
When replacing the gasket, clean both mating surfaces thoroughly and remove any old sealant or gasket fragments before fitting the new one. Check the cover bolts for even tightening, and recheck for leaks after a few drives. Manual steering gears on these models also rely on sound linkage and bushings, so a worn steering shaft or loose pitman arm nut is worth inspecting while the cover is off.
- Wipe the gear housing and cover surfaces clean before fitting
- Look for dried oil streaks around the cover edge
- Inspect the steering shaft and pitman arm while the cover is off
Specifications
| Brand | Crown Automotive |
|---|---|
| Part number | J0940522 |
| UPC | 848399055658 |
| Part type | Steering gear cover gasket |
| Steering type | Manual steering |
Vehicle fitment
Fitment covers these Jeep models:
- Cherokee XJ, 1984–1993 (Base, Briarwood, Chief, Country, Laredo, Limited, Pioneer, Sport)
- CJ5, 1981–1983 (Base, Laredo, Limited, Renegade)
- CJ7, 1981–1986 (Base, Laredo, Limited, Renegade)
- Comanche, 1986–1992 (Base, Chief, Custom, Eliminator, Laredo, Pioneer, X, XLS)
- J10, 1981–1986 (Base)
- J20, 1981–1986 (Base)
- Scrambler, 1981–1985 (Base, Laredo, Renegade, SL, SR)
- Wrangler YJ, 1987–1995 (Base, Islander, Laredo, Renegade, Rio Grande, S, SE, Sahara, Sport)
Power steering setups are not covered by this gasket, and Wrangler TJ and later models are not included. Match your year, model and trim before ordering.