QU10943 2000-2002.5 Differential Output or Intermediate Shaft

QU10943 2000-2002.5 Differential Output or Intermediate Shaft is an 18 spline x 32 spline genuine Dana replacement axle shaft for all 2000-2002.5 Dodge Ram 2500, Ram 3500 with vacuum controlled Central Axle Disconnect (CAD) Dana 60 front axles. Fits 2000 Dodge Ram 2500, 2001 Dodge Ram 2500, and 2002 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 trucks. QU10943 Differential Output or Intermediate Shaft also fits on all 2000 Dodge Ram 3500, 2001 Dodge Ram 3500, and 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 trucks.

Also See: QU10943U Used 2000-2002.5 Differential Output or Intermediate Shaft available while supplies last.

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Dan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:
CAD Axles
Bushings
Common Issues/Problems
Must Remove
Inner Axle Seals
Matching Parts
Applications

Tech Note 1: CAD Axles
Dodge used two different Ball Joint type Dana 60 front axle in Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks for the 2002 model year. All 2000 to early 2002 axles are equipped with vacuum controlled Central Axle Disconnect (CAD). During the 2002 model year, there was a mid-year model change to a no disconnect, constantly engaged front axle. QU10943 ONLY fits 2000-2002.5 CAD axles. If you have a 2002.5 axle without CAD, see TK40574 32 spline Right Axle Shaft.

Tech Note 2: Bushings
QU10943 is supported on the inboard end by the differential side gear. The outboard end is supported by QU40316 Bushing which is pressed in the axle tube. The stud on the outboard end of QU10943 provides the inboard support for QU40359 18 spline right inner axle shaft. QU40359 is bored on the inboard end for QU40107 Bushing. QU40316 and QU40107 Bushings are available individually or together in QK4626 Kit.

Tech Note 3: Common Issues/Problems
If you are having Central Axle Disconnect engagement problems, there is usually multiple causes. Some of the most common issues that need to be checked are:
Vacuum Shift Motor Leak: Unit will not hold steady vacuum. Replacement is required, see QK4904.
Bent Vacuum Motor Shift Rod: Replacement is required, see QK4904.
Worn Axle Shaft Bushings: Replacement is required, see QK4626.
Right Axle Splines Worn: Replacement is required, see QU40359.
Stud on End of Differential Output Shaft Worn Undersize: Replacement is required, see QU10943.
Tips of Shift Collar Splines Worn: Replacement is required, see QU40274.
Shift Fork Bent or Pads Missing: Replacement is required, see QU40156 Pads and QA4760 Fork Kit.
Vacuum Line Leak (VERY common on these older trucks): See QU11061 and QU11062
Transfer Case Vacuum Switch Bad: Replacement is required, see QU10569

Tech Note 4: Must Remove
To replace your right intermediate axle shaft, you must remove the brake rotor, wheel hub, right axle shaft assembly, and CAD shift assembly from the axle.

Tech Note 5: Inner Axle Seals
Given the era of trucks this shaft fits, it is recommended you replace the inner axle seals which can become hard and brittle with age. For Inner Axle Shaft Seal Kits with oil seals and installation tools see: QK4621.
Left Seal: Pressed into the left axle tube next to the differential for all years. Differential removal is required. Use QU40298 Seal.
Right Seal: Pressed in the axle tube outboard of the CAD shift unit. CAD shift unit and right axle shaft removal required to replace seal. Use QU40271 Seal

Tech Note 6: Matching Parts
QU40271 Right Inner Axle Shaft Oil Seal
QU40357 Outer Axle Shaft
QU40359 18 Spline Right Inner Axle Shaft for 2000-2002 with CAD
QK4904 CAD Shift Motor Kit
QU40090 CAD Housing Gasket
QK4732 Outer Axle Shaft Nut and Washer Kit
QU10963 Right Brake Shield for 2000-2002 Ram 2500, Ram 3500
QU10594 Hub to Knuckle Bolt
QU40367 Dana Original Equipment Model 60/70 Differential Cover Pan Gasket
QU42029 Dana Reusable Model 60 Differential Cover Pan Gasket
QK4621 Inner Axle Shaft Seal Kit with Installation Tools for 2000 to 2002 with CAD
Dodge & Ram Shop Manuals

Applications:
Dodge Ram:
Ram 2500, Ram 3500 with Vacuum Controlled CAD: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2002.5