Durango 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Rear Axle
REMOVAL
1. Remove the axle shaft.
2. Remove the axle shaft seal from the end of the axle shaft tube with a small pry bar.
NOTE: The seal and bearing can be removed at the same time with the bearing removal tool.
3. Remove the axle shaft bearing from the axle tube with Bearing Removal Tool C-4660 and Cup 8150.
4. Inspect the axle shaft tube bore for roughness and burrs. Remove as necessary
INSTALLATION
Do not install the original axle shaft seal. Always install a new seal.
1. Wipe the axle shaft tube bore clean.
2. Install axle shaft bearing with Installer 6436 and Handle C-4171. Ensure that the part number on the bearing is against the installer.
Axle Shaft Seal Installation-Typical
3. Install the new axle shaft seal with Installer 6437 and Handle C-4171.
4. Install the axle shaft.
