RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation - Front Axle Shaft
Removal and Installation / Front Axle Shaft - C205F
1. Place transmission in neutral.
2. Raise and support vehicle.
3. Remove half shaft from vehicle.
4. Remove skid plate, if equipped.
5. Clean axle seal area.
6. Remove snap ring from the axle shaft.
7. Remove axle with Remove X420A Collar X420-3 and Slide Hammer C-3752 (Fig. 23).
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Use care to prevent shaft splines from damaging axle shaft seal lip.
1. Lubricate bearing bore and seal lip with gear lubricant.
2. Insert axle shaft through seal, bearing, and engage it into side gear splines. Push firmly on the axle shaft to engage the snap-ring.
3. Check the differential fluid level and add fluid if necessary.
4. Install skid plate, if necessary.
5. Install half shaft.
6. Remove support and lower vehicle.