RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1997)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Rear Axle - 9 1/4 Heavy Duty
Removal
1. Remove axle shaft.
Fig. 13
2. Remove axle shaft seal from the end of the axle tube with a small pry bar.
Fig. 14
3. Remove the axle shaft bearing from the axle tube with Bearing Removal Tool.
Installation
NOTE: Do not install the original axle shaft seal. Always install a new seal.
1. Wipe the axle tube bore clean. Remove any old sealer or burrs from the tube.
