Durango 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
Drive Shaft Components
6. Inspect the bearing hub for excessive wear and scoring on ball raceways.
Polished contact surface areas on the raceways and on the bearing cage spheres are normal. If the joints cause a noise or a vibration, replace them.
C/V JOINT BOOTS
Look for lubricant around the exterior of a boot. When a C/V drive shaft is removed from the vehicle for service, the boot should be properly cleaned.
Inspect for cracks, tears and scuffed areas on the surfaces. If any of these conditions exist, boot replacement is recommended.
