With Snap Rings
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 RAM 3500 HD and 2014 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply (EP) N.L.G.I. Grade 1 or 2 grease to inside of yoke bores.
- Position cross (1) in yoke (2) with lube fitting pointing up, if equipped.
- Place a bearing cap (1) over the cross end (2) and align cap with yoke bore.
- Press bearing cap into the yoke bore enough to clear snap ring groove.
- Repeat 3 and 4
to install the opposite bearing cap.NOTE:
If joint is stiff or binding, strike the yoke with a soft hammer to seat the needle bearings.
- Add grease to lube fitting, if equipped.
- Install propeller shaft.