Yukon Gear & Axle Pinion Install Kit
2018–2020 Jeep Wrangler JL 3.6L V6 / 3.0L EcoDiesel / 2.0L Turbo
Part #: PK D35JL-REAR
Overview
The Yukon Gear & Axle Pinion Install Kit is engineered specifically for rear differential gear installations on select Jeep Wrangler JL models from 2018 to 2020. Designed for vehicles equipped with 3.6L V6, 3.0L EcoDiesel, and 2.0L Turbo engines, this kit provides all the essential components needed to properly install pinion gears when servicing or upgrading your differential. Ideal for lower mileage vehicles where carrier bearings and races remain in good condition, this kit offers a cost-effective and reliable solution without the need for full carrier replacement.
Yukon Gear & Axle is renowned for its commitment to quality and precision, ensuring that each kit includes the correct parts tailored to your vehicle’s specifications. Whether you’re performing maintenance or upgrading your drivetrain, this pinion install kit delivers the durability and fitment accuracy required for a professional-grade installation.
Key Features
This pinion install kit combines premium components and thoughtful engineering to streamline your gear installation process. Key features include:
- Includes Timken bearings and races known for superior durability and smooth operation
- High-quality seals designed to prevent leaks and protect internal components
- Comprehensive small parts package with shims, crush sleeves, and other necessary hardware
- Application-specific design ensures perfect fitment for 2018–2020 Jeep Wrangler JL rear differentials
- Compatible with 3.6L V6, 3.0L EcoDiesel, and 2.0L Turbo engine variants
- Facilitates precise pinion depth and preload adjustment for optimal gear mesh
- Manufactured with strict quality control and extensive research for reliability
Construction & Design
Yukon Gear & Axle utilizes premium materials and advanced manufacturing techniques to produce this pinion install kit. The Timken bearings and races are crafted from high-grade steel alloys, offering excellent wear resistance and longevity under demanding conditions. Seals are engineered from durable elastomers that maintain flexibility and sealing integrity over time, even in harsh off-road environments.
The kit’s components are designed to work seamlessly together, ensuring proper alignment and preload of the pinion gear within the differential housing. This precision engineering reduces gear noise, vibration, and premature wear, contributing to a smoother and more reliable drivetrain performance.
Installation & Fitment
Installation of the Yukon pinion install kit is straightforward for experienced technicians and enthusiasts familiar with differential service. The kit is intended for use when the carrier bearings and races are still in good condition, allowing you to reuse these components and reduce overall service costs. Proper installation requires careful measurement and adjustment of pinion depth and bearing preload to achieve optimal gear engagement and longevity.
This kit fits the rear differential of Jeep Wrangler JL models from 2018 through 2020 equipped with 3.6L V6, 3.0L EcoDiesel, or 2.0L Turbo engines. No modifications are necessary, as all parts are designed to OEM specifications for a direct fit.
What's Included
- Timken pinion bearing
- Timken pinion bearing race
- High-quality pinion seal
- Crush sleeve for proper bearing preload
- Shims and spacers for pinion depth adjustment
- Installation hardware and small parts
Ideal For
This pinion install kit is ideal for Jeep Wrangler JL owners performing differential gear installations or maintenance on lower mileage vehicles where carrier bearings remain reusable. It suits enthusiasts upgrading gear sets for improved off-road capability or reliability, as well as professional mechanics seeking a complete, application-specific kit for efficient service.
Yukon Gear & Axle supplies hardcore drivetrain components—ring & pinion gears, axles, lockers, and differential upgrades—built for off-road and high-load performance. Trusted by enthusiasts and installers, Yukon focuses on fit, strength, and proven options for re-gearing and reinforcing trucks and 4x4s running bigger tires and tougher terrain.
Yukon Gear & Axle Pinion Install Kit (REAR): Jeep Wrangler JL 2018-2020 3.6L/3.0L EcoDiesel
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PK D35JL-REAR Yukon Gear & Axle 18-20 Jeep Wrangler Pinion Install Kit (REAR). Yukon Pinion Installation Kits provide a reliable solution for gear installation on lower mileage vehicles, allowing reuse of carrier bearings and races. This kit includes premium Timken bearings, races, high-quality seals, and essential small parts. Designed with extensive research for precise fitment, it ensures you receive all necessary components for a smooth and accurate gear set installation on your Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6, 3.0L EcoDiesel, or 2.0L Turbo models.
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Yukon Gear & Axle Pinion Install Kit
2018–2020 Jeep Wrangler JL 3.6L V6 / 3.0L EcoDiesel / 2.0L Turbo
Part #: PK D35JL-REAR
Overview
The Yukon Gear & Axle Pinion Install Kit is engineered specifically for rear differential gear installations on select Jeep Wrangler JL models from 2018 to 2020. Designed for vehicles equipped with 3.6L V6, 3.0L EcoDiesel, and 2.0L Turbo engines, this kit provides all the essential components needed to properly install pinion gears when servicing or upgrading your differential. Ideal for lower mileage vehicles where carrier bearings and races remain in good condition, this kit offers a cost-effective and reliable solution without the need for full carrier replacement.
Yukon Gear & Axle is renowned for its commitment to quality and precision, ensuring that each kit includes the correct parts tailored to your vehicle’s specifications. Whether you’re performing maintenance or upgrading your drivetrain, this pinion install kit delivers the durability and fitment accuracy required for a professional-grade installation.
Key Features
This pinion install kit combines premium components and thoughtful engineering to streamline your gear installation process. Key features include:
- Includes Timken bearings and races known for superior durability and smooth operation
- High-quality seals designed to prevent leaks and protect internal components
- Comprehensive small parts package with shims, crush sleeves, and other necessary hardware
- Application-specific design ensures perfect fitment for 2018–2020 Jeep Wrangler JL rear differentials
- Compatible with 3.6L V6, 3.0L EcoDiesel, and 2.0L Turbo engine variants
- Facilitates precise pinion depth and preload adjustment for optimal gear mesh
- Manufactured with strict quality control and extensive research for reliability
Construction & Design
Yukon Gear & Axle utilizes premium materials and advanced manufacturing techniques to produce this pinion install kit. The Timken bearings and races are crafted from high-grade steel alloys, offering excellent wear resistance and longevity under demanding conditions. Seals are engineered from durable elastomers that maintain flexibility and sealing integrity over time, even in harsh off-road environments.
The kit’s components are designed to work seamlessly together, ensuring proper alignment and preload of the pinion gear within the differential housing. This precision engineering reduces gear noise, vibration, and premature wear, contributing to a smoother and more reliable drivetrain performance.
Installation & Fitment
Installation of the Yukon pinion install kit is straightforward for experienced technicians and enthusiasts familiar with differential service. The kit is intended for use when the carrier bearings and races are still in good condition, allowing you to reuse these components and reduce overall service costs. Proper installation requires careful measurement and adjustment of pinion depth and bearing preload to achieve optimal gear engagement and longevity.
This kit fits the rear differential of Jeep Wrangler JL models from 2018 through 2020 equipped with 3.6L V6, 3.0L EcoDiesel, or 2.0L Turbo engines. No modifications are necessary, as all parts are designed to OEM specifications for a direct fit.
What's Included
- Timken pinion bearing
- Timken pinion bearing race
- High-quality pinion seal
- Crush sleeve for proper bearing preload
- Shims and spacers for pinion depth adjustment
- Installation hardware and small parts
Ideal For
This pinion install kit is ideal for Jeep Wrangler JL owners performing differential gear installations or maintenance on lower mileage vehicles where carrier bearings remain reusable. It suits enthusiasts upgrading gear sets for improved off-road capability or reliability, as well as professional mechanics seeking a complete, application-specific kit for efficient service.
Yukon Gear & Axle supplies hardcore drivetrain components—ring & pinion gears, axles, lockers, and differential upgrades—built for off-road and high-load performance. Trusted by enthusiasts and installers, Yukon focuses on fit, strength, and proven options for re-gearing and reinforcing trucks and 4x4s running bigger tires and tougher terrain.
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Free Standard Shipping on orders over $300. Select “Free Shipping” at checkout. *Exclusions apply on oversized and freight items.
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