Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Universal Joint: Labor Times

Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Replace
Front Axle
4WD
Front0.90.0B
Rear1.40.0B
Both1.80.0B
Note
With Transfer Case Shield, Add0.20.0B
To Replace Slip Joint, Add0.20.0B
To Replace Front Prop Shaft Flange, Add0.40.0B
To Replace Rear Support Yoke, Add0.20.0B
To Replace Link Yoke, Add0.20.0B
Rear Axle
8.50
Front0.90.0B
Intermediate0.90.0B
Rear0.80.0B
Note
With Non-Slip Yoke, Add0.20.0B
To Renew Each Additional U-Joint, Add
Front0.70.0B
Rear0.50.0B
To Renew Center Support Bearing, Add0.50.0B
To Replace Slip Joint Yoke, Add0.20.0B
9.50
Front0.90.0B
Intermediate0.90.0B
Rear0.80.0B
Note
With Non-Slip Yoke, Add0.20.0B
To Renew Each Additional U-Joint, Add
Front0.70.0B
Rear0.50.0B
To Renew Center Support Bearing, Add0.50.0B
To Replace Slip Joint Yoke, Add0.20.0B
10.50
Front0.90.0B
Intermediate0.90.0B
Rear0.80.0B
Note
To Renew Each Additional U-Joint, Add
Front0.70.0B
Rear0.50.0B
With Non-Slip Yoke, Add0.20.0B
To Renew Center Support Bearing, Add0.50.0B
Overhaul/Rebuild
Front Axle
4WD
One Side1.50.0B
Both Sides2.80.0B
Note
To Replace Inner Axle Shaft, Add0.70.0B
To Replace Outer Axle Shaft, Add0.70.0B
To Replace U-Joint, Add0.70.0B
To Replace Axle Shaft Spindle Bearing, Add0.20.0B