Dakota 2WD L4-153 2.5L VIN K FI (1989)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Constant Velocity Type Axle Shaft Assembly
Left Side
LEFT SIDE
REMOVAL
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable, then raise and support vehicle and remove axle shaft.
2.
Loosen axle housing cover and allow lubricant to drain into suitable container.
3.
Remove axle housing cover.
Fig. 2 Differential Pinion Shaft Lockpin
4.
Rotate differential case until pinion shaft lock screw is accessible, then remove lock screw and pinion shaft.
Fig. 3 Axle Shaft C-lock Removal
5.
Push axle shaft towards center of vehicle, then remove axle shaft C-lock.
Fig. 4 Left Side Axle Shaft Removal