RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2005)
Constant Velocity Joint: Service and Repair
CV Joint-Inner
CV JOINT-INNER REMOVAL
1. Clamp shaft in vise (with soft jaws) and support CV joint.
2. Remove clamps (2) (4) with a cut-off wheel or grinder.
CAUTION: Do not damage CV housing or half shaft with cut-off wheel or grinder.
3. Remove housing (1) from the half shaft and slide boot (2) down shaft.
4. Remove housing bushing from the housing.
5. Remove tripod (2) snap ring (1).
6. Remove tripod (2) and boot from the half shaft.
7. Clean and inspect CV components for excessive wear and damage. Replace the tripod as a unit only if necessary.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean all CV joint components and shaft.
