Chrysler 4511448 Shaft

To remove the wheel cover, front hub nut cotter pin, nut lock, and wave washer, loosen the hub nut with the weight of the vehicle on the wheels. Loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the front of the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands. Remove the lug nuts, front wheel, hub nut, and big washer. If removing the right axle shaft from a vehicle with unequal length axle shafts, remove the speedometer drive gear prior to removing the right axle. Remove the steering knuckle-to-balljoint clamp bolt and disconnect the stabilizer bar from the suspension arm. Pry the lower balljoint stud out of the steering knuckle. Grasp the outer CV joint and the steering knuckle and pull the steering knuckle out to separate the axle shaft from the hub, being careful not to damage the CV joint boot. Pry the inner end of the CV joint out of the differential with a large screwdriver or pry bar. Prior to installation, clean the wear sleeve on the axle shaft outer CV joint and the seal in the hub. Lubricate the seal lip and fill the seal cavity with grease. Apply grease to the wear sleeve seal contact area. Apply grease to the splines at each end of the axle shaft and insert the inner end of the shaft into the transaxle. Push the steering knuckle out and insert the outer splined shaft of the CV joint into the hub. Insert the balljoint stud into the steering knuckle, install the clamp bolt, and tighten it. Reattach the stabilizer bar and install the speedometer drive gear. Install the wheels, spacer washer, and hub nut, and tighten the nut securely. Lower the vehicle and tighten the wheel lug nuts. Tighten the axle shaft hub nut and install the wave washer, nut lock, and a new cotter pin. To check the axle shaft position, measure the distance from the inner edge on the outside of the boot to the inner edge inside the boot on both axle shafts at the lower edge. If the dimensions are not as specified, loosen the mount bolts and reposition the engine to obtain the specified axle shaft lengths. If the engine cannot be moved enough, check for damaged or distorted support brackets and side rails. Adjust the shift linkage if necessary.

First of all, power from the engine is transmitted to the front wheels via axle shafts. Each axle shaft assembly includes an inner CV joint, an outer CV joint, and an axle shaft. Next, the outer CV joint housings feature a splined stub axle that engages with the front hub. Regular inspection of the protective rubber boots is necessary to prevent dirt and moisture from damaging the CV joints. Damaged boots should be replaced promptly. Symptoms of worn or damaged CV joints include clicking noises during turns, clunks when accelerating, or vibrations at high speeds. Also, axle shafts should be checked for cracks and distortion.