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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2023DURANGO R/T PREMIUM, RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISDRIVELINES & AXLESAXLE SHAFTSREAR HALF SHAFTINSTALLATION
2023 Dodge and Ram Durango R/T Premium, RWD

Rear Half Shaft: Installation

2023 Dodge and Ram Durango R/T Premium, RWDSECTION Installation
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  1. Using axle seal protector (special tool #10270, Protector, Half Shaft, Drive) (1), install the halfshaft into the axle assembly.
    NOTE:

    Use care when removing seal protector to prevent damaging the seal. 

  2. Install the halfshaft into the hub.
  3. Swing the rear knuckle into position.
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  4. Install the camber link nut and bolt and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
  5. Install the tension link nut and bolt (2) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
  6. Install the toe link nut and bolt (4) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
  7. Install the wheel speed sensor and bolt (3) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
    NOTE:

    Always install a NEW  hub/bearing nut. The original axle nut is one-time use only and should be discarded when removed.

  8. Install a NEW  hub/bearing nut and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  9. Install the rear caliper. Refer to CALIPER, DISC BRAKE, INSTALLATION .
    CAUTION:

    Before moving vehicle, pump brake pedal several times to ensure vehicle has a firm brake pedal to adequately stop vehicle.

  10. Pump brake pedal until caliper pistons and brake pads are seated and a firm brake pedal is obtained.
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