Mopar 52123112AA Front Drive Shaft

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To replace the rear driveshaft, lift the vehicle and mark the driveshaft's position. Remove the bolts securing the driveshaft to the differential pinion flange. Pry the universal joint away and lower the driveshaft. If it's a one-piece, slide it out of the transmission housing; if it's a two-piece, mark the center support bearing's position, unbolt it, and slide the front end out. Cover the extension housing with a plastic bag. To install, remove the bag, clean the area, and inspect the oil seal and center support bearing. Insert the driveshaft into the housing, raise it into position, and check alignment marks. If it's a two-piece, loosely bolt the center support bearing. Raise the rear end, align marks, remove tape from bearing caps, and install clamps and fasteners. For 4WD models, mark the driveshaft's position, remove bolts and straps, make alignment marks, unbolt the flange, and remove the driveshaft.

After applying the lubricant, you should wipe any extra grease and dirt from the area with a rag.

After raising the vehicle, you should clean the grease fitting on the front driveshaft with a rag.

To remove the rear driveshaft, raise the vehicle and mark the relationship of the driveshaft to the differential axle assembly mating flange or yoke. Remove the bolts securing the driveshaft flange or universal joint clamps to the differential pinion flange or yoke. Pry the universal joint away from its mating flange or yoke and lower the rear of the driveshaft.

Problems with the driveshaft are usually indicated by a noise or vibration while driving the vehicle.

Factory U-joints are lubricated for life and must be replaced if problems develop.