Differential Assembly: Application and ID

Rear Axle Identification

Applications
The model 35 axle is the standard rear axle for MJ/XJ and YJ vehicles. The model 44 axle is the standard rear axle for SJ vehicles. The 44 axle is also used for MJ vehicles that are equipped with a "metric ton" package.






IDENTIFICATION
The model 35 and model 44 rear axles have identification tags. Production date and the manufacturer's identification number are stamped on the tags. They are located on the right-side axle shaft tube near the housing cover. The assembly part number and the gear ratio are listed on a tag. The tag is attached to the left side of the housing cover.

- The model 35 axle has a 7 and 9/16-inch (19.2-cm) diameter ring gear.

- The model 44 axle has an 8 and 1/2-inch (21.59-cm) diameter ring gear.