Durango 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
Constant Velocity Joint: Service and Repair
Outer CV Joint
If the outer C/V joint is excessively worn, replace the entire C/V joint and boot.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove retaining clamps from the outer C/V joint and discard. Slide the boot off the outer joint and down the shaft.
Outer C/V Joint Components
2. Remove the lubricant to expose the outer C/V joint components.
3. Clamp the shaft in a vise (with soft jaws). Support the outer C/V joint.
4. Use snap ring pliers to release the clip from the groove.
Outer C/V Joint Removal
5. Slide the outer C/V joint from the shaft.
6. Remove the slinger, if damaged, from the outer C/V joint. Use a brass drift and a hammer. Tap slinger ring off C/V joint and discard.
