Section 879 (Front Axle - 235 Aa (9 1/4) - 2500 Hd & 3500 Hd): Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 RAM 3500 HD and 2015 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
Remove brake calipers and rotors.
Disconnect ABS wheel speed sensors.

Fig 1: Brake Line Bracket Bolt
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Remove the brake line bracket bolt (1) from the control arm brackets.

Fig 2: Brake Line Bracket And Bolt
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Remove the brake line bolt (1) from the coil spring lower bracket.
Disconnect axle vent hose.
Remove front propeller shaft.

Fig 3: Identifying 4WD Shift Actuator & Bolts
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Disconnect the 4WD actuator (2) connector.
Remove stabilizer bar links at the axle brackets.
Remove track bar bolt from the axle Refer to TRACK BAR, FRONT, REMOVAL .

Fig 4: Left Tie Rod End And Steering Knuckle
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Disconnect the left tie rod end (1) from the steering knuckle.

Fig 5: Right Tie Rod, Drag Link And Axle Bracket
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Disconnect the right tie rod (1) from the steering knuckle.
Disconnect the drag link (2) from the right steering knuckle.
Disconnect the steering damper from the axle bracket (3).
NOTE:
Secure steering components that are not removed.
Position lift under the axle assembly and secure axle to lift.
Mark suspension alignment cams for installation reference.

Fig 6: Lower/Upper Control Arm Bolts And Lower Shock Absorber Bolts
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Remove lower shock absorbers bolts (1) from axle brackets.
Remove the upper and lower bolts (2 and 3) from the left and right control arms.
Lower the axle. The coil springs will drop with the axle.
Remove coil springs from the axle bracket.