RAM 2500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2004)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Rear Axle - 10 1/2 AA
REMOVAL
1. Remove axle shaft flange bolts (Fig. 15).
2. Slide axle shaft out of the axle tube.
3. Remove axle shaft gasket.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Axle flange bolts must be replaced or use Mopar Lock N' Seal or Loctite 242 on cleaned existing bolts.
1. Clean axle flange and hub.
2. Install new axle shaft gasket.
3. Slide axle shaft into the axle tube.
4. Install axle shaft flange bolts and tighten to 129 Nm ( 95 ft. lbs.).
