Overview
The Crown Automotive steering shaft bearing and seal kit, part number CRO5710618, is made for the manual steering box on Jeep CJ5, CJ6, CJ7 and Scrambler models. It does not apply to power steering boxes.
Bearings and seals in the steering shaft area are the parts that wear and leak, so a kit like this is used to refresh a manual steering box.
Key features
- Manual steering box application only
- Bearing and seal kit for the steering shaft
- Fits CJ5, CJ6, CJ7 and Scrambler models.
- Direct fit per Crown Automotive
Rebuilding a steering box
A manual steering box has a shaft that turns inside seals and bearings. Over time the seals harden and the bearings wear, which leads to leaks at the shaft, loose steering and extra play at the wheel. Replacing the bearings and seals as a set is common when the box is already out of the vehicle for other repairs.
Work on a clean bench, and inspect the shaft and housing for scoring before reassembly. Use the lubricant suited to the steering box type, and set bearing preload before the box returns to the vehicle. Steering that feels tight at center or loose on return often traces back to these internal parts.
- Check shaft and housing for scoring before reassembly
- Set bearing preload before reinstalling the box
- Clean the box and replace the seals in the kit
- Test steering for play once the vehicle is back on the ground
Specifications
| Brand | Crown Automotive |
|---|---|
| Part number | CRO5710618 |
| Kit type | Steering shaft bearing and seal kit |
| Steering type | Manual steering box only |
| Fitment type | Direct fit |
Vehicle fitment
- 1972–1983 Jeep CJ5: Base, Golden Eagle, Laredo, Limited and Renegade
- 1972–1975 Jeep CJ6: Base
- 1976–1986 Jeep CJ7: Base, Golden Eagle, Golden Hawk, Laredo, Limited and Renegade
- 1981–1985 Jeep Scrambler: Base, Laredo, Renegade, SL and SR
Not covered: power steering boxes, Wrangler, Cherokee and other Jeep models not in this list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Because the steering box is involved, have the steering checked for play after reassembly.
What’s included
The kit is a steering shaft bearing and seal kit. Check the package contents against your steering box before starting. Not included: the steering box itself, which the kit is designed to service.
