RAM 1500 Van V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2001)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
8-1/4 Rear Axle
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.
