How to Remove and Install an Axle Shaft on 2000 Dodge Durango?

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Before beginning, hoist and secure the vehicle and verify that the transmission is in neutral. Step 2, begin by taking off the wheel and tire assembly, then proceed to disconnect the brake drum following the appropriate procedure. First, wipe any foreign matter from the housing cover area, then loosen the housing cover bolts and drain the lubricant from the housing and axle tubes before taking it off. Rotate the differential case to expose the pinion mate shaft lock screw, unscrew the lock screw and draw the pinion mate shaft out of the differential case. Push the axle shaft inward to disengage the axle shaft C-lock, then gently withdraw the shaft, taking care not to harm the axle shaft bearing or seal which will remain mounted in the axle tube. Look for leakage or damage on the axle shaft seal, then scrutinize the roller bearing contact surface on the shaft for brinelling, galling or pitting; if any irregularities are detected, replace the axle shaft along with its bearing and seal. During installation, coat the bearing bore and the seal lip with gear lubricant, thread the axle shaft through the seal and bearing and press it into the side gear splines while confirming that its splines do not contact the axle shaft seal lip and damage it. Push the C-lock into the axle shaft end and press evenly to ensure it seats in the side gear. Subsequently, feed the pinion shaft through the thrust washers and the differential pinions into the differential case while lining up its center hole with the opening in the housing, then thread the lock screw onto the shaft with Loctite and tighten to 11 Nm (8 ft. lbs.) of torque. Insert the cover and fill the lubricant to the proper level, proceed to attach the brake drum using proper techniques, then mount the wheel and tire and finally lower the vehicle.

OEM 2000 Dodge Durango Axle Shaft

5 Axle Shafts found

2000 Dodge Durango Axle Shaft, Rear Passenger Side Part Number: 52069512AB

2000 Dodge Durango Axle Shaft, Rear Passenger Side Part Number: 52069388AB

2000 Dodge Durango Axle Shaft, Rear Driver Side Part Number: 52069389AB

2000 Dodge Durango Axle Assembly, Front Passenger Side Part Number: 5015964AA

2000 Dodge Durango Axle Shaft, Rear Driver Side Part Number: 52069513AB

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