Mopar 52114718AA Rear Axle Shaft

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Lift the rear of the vehicle and support with jack stands. Remove rear wheels and disconnect the driveshaft, ABS sensor(s), and parking brake cable. Detach the brake line junction block and brake lines. Remove rear brake calipers and support the axle with a floor jack. Remove bolts securing rear shocks and U-bolts securing the axle. Lower and remove the axle assembly. For coil spring models, disconnect wiring from wheel speed sensors and remove them. Hang rear brake calipers out of the way and disconnect the vent hose and parking brake cables. Remove stabilizer bar clamps bolts and support the bar. Raise the axle to avoid extending shock absorbers. Unbolt the track bar and remove bolts securing control arms. Lower the axle and remove it. Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten all fasteners and caliper mounting bolts to the torques. Refill axle with lubricant if needed.

Slip a new gasket over the end of the axleshaft and slide it into the axle housing. Apply RTV sealant to the gasket mating surface of the hub and place the new gasket in position. Push the axleshaft into the axle housing until the splines are fully engaged with the differential. Install the flange bolts and tighten them to the specified torque.

Remove any remaining interfering wiring harness clips. Remove the axle assembly pinion mounting bolts.

It is recommended to have the job done by a dealer service department or a qualified independent garage as it requires special tools.

After loosening the lug nuts, you should raise and securely support the vehicle with jack stands.

In a semi-floating design, the axle supports the weight of the vehicle on the axleshaft and transmits driving forces to the rear wheels.