Could be that, could also be that it's a weakspot (notice the crack around the plug)Cheapskate move on an expensive truck. My F250 was the same, pulling the covers pissed me off just based on principle.
Numerous instances where contact on the bottom of the front diff was causing the plug to back out.Earlier models had them.
Whether the deletion was done by Jeep or Dana, and for what reasons, is up for debate.
Don’t be so quick to be bitter. There are good reasons for change.Cheapskate move on an expensive truck. My F250 was the same, pulling the covers pissed me off just based on principle.