Front differential replacement

[Ed Gallagher]

I have a 2012 Ram 1500 4x4. I was told I would need to replace the front differential when I replace the left front CV shaft. I have never hear of these getting replaced together short of a collision.

One dealership told me it is dangerous and needs to be fixed. Sears Auto (2nd opinion, non-dealership) told me looks fine. Second dealership said it has play, not needed now, but when I replace it (CV shaft) I will need to replace the front differential also.

Is this a common situation?

Thanks,
Ed

 

[muddy12]

I thought/feared the same thing when I was working on the front end of my 2012. The driver side stub/intermediate shafts are easy to find just about everywhere. the passenger side though, proved near impossible to find, and I was told the same "you need to replace the whole differential assembly." line from the dealer.

Here are two possible solutions that I have bookmarked. (found with help from others on this forum)

https://www.ramforum.com/threads/2012-and-up-ram-1500-passenger-side-intermediate-shafts.129667/

https://www.moparpartsinc.com/p/Ram_2012_1500/SHAFT-Axle-Intermediate-Right/42372511/52114636AB.html

 

[RamCares]

I have a 2012 Ram 1500 4x4. I was told I would need to replace the front differential when I replace the left front CV shaft. I have never hear of these getting replaced together short of a collision.

One dealership told me it is dangerous and needs to be fixed. Sears Auto (2nd opinion, non-dealership) told me looks fine. Second dealership said it has play, not needed now, but when I replace it (CV shaft) I will need to replace the front differential also.

Is this a common situation?

Thanks,
Ed

Hi Ed, we certainly understand your concern with this repair order. If you would like additional support while working with your dealer, we would be happy to escalate a case on your behalf for further assistance from a specialist. Please feel free to send us a private message!

Kathryn
RamCares