Dakota Quad Cab 4WD V6-3.9L VIN X (2001)
4. Align hole in shaft with hole in the differential case and install lock screw with Loctite on the threads. Tighten lock screw to 11 Nm (8 ft. lbs.).
5. Install cover and fill with gear lubricant.
6. Install brake drum.
7. Install wheel and tire assemblies.
8. Remove support and lower vehicle.
Axle Shaft Seals
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove axle shaft.
3. Remove axle shaft seal from the end of the axle tube with a small pry bar (Fig. 18).
INSTALLATION
1. Wipe the axle tube bore clean. Remove any old sealer or burrs from the tube.
2. Install a new axle seal with Installer C-4076-B and Handle C-4735-1. When the tool contacts the axle tube, the seal is installed to the correct
depth.
3. Coat the lip of the seal with axle lubricant for protection prior to installing the axle shaft.
4. Install the axle shaft.
5. Check and fill gear lubricant.
6. Remove support and lower vehicle.
