Dana Spicer 5-7166X Drive Axle Shaft Universal Joint - Front Axle at Wheels

Spicer Life Series U-Joint for Jeep Front Axles

The Dana Spicer HGVF 5-7166X is a drive axle shaft universal joint built for front axle at wheel applications on Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler JK models. It uses a steel ISR-style design with 1.188-inch bearing caps and internal snap rings for a precise service fit.

Spicer Life Series (SPL) components are engineered for longer service life, higher bearing capacity, and reduced maintenance demands in demanding driveline use. This 5-7166X universal joint follows that product-line focus with a non-greasable construction and OEM Spicer 1350WJ series dimensions.

Key Features

• Part number: 5-7166X
• Brand: Dana Spicer HGVF
• Drive axle shaft universal joint, ISR style
• Steel construction for driveline service
• 1.188-inch bearing cap diameter on both ends
• 2.406-inch bearing cap to bearing cap length on both sides
• Non-greasable design
• Internal snap ring included
• OEM series: Spicer 1350WJ

Detailed Description

The Dana Spicer 5-7166X is a front axle universal joint for Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Wrangler JK front axle at wheel locations. It is built with round ISR bearing caps, 1.188-inch cap diameters, and a 2.406-inch inside snap ring dimension, matching the listed OE-style service dimensions for the application. The non-greasable design reduces routine lubrication points, while the steel body supports driveline durability in axle service.

This part cross-references MOOG Driveline Products 489 and 491 for the same application. Use 5-7166X when replacing a worn front axle shaft U-joint on 2007-2017 Jeep Wrangler, 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK, or 2018-2022 Jeep Wrangler front axle at wheels applications.

What It Helps Fix

• Clunking or clicking from a worn front axle universal joint
• Vibration felt through the driveline during acceleration or turning
• Loose or uneven axle shaft movement at the wheel end
• Service issues caused by damaged bearing caps or snap rings
• Premature wear in front axle shaft U-joint service on Jeep Wrangler platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the bearing cap diameter, snap ring style, and inside snap ring dimension before installation. This part uses internal snap rings and is not greaseable, so confirm the axle shaft and yoke match the ISR-style configuration. For best results, inspect the axle shaft ears, snap ring grooves, and bearing surfaces for wear before pressing in the new joint.

Compatible With: 2007-2017 Jeep Wrangler, front axle at wheels; 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK, front axle at wheels; 2018-2022 Jeep Wrangler, front axle at wheels.

Quality Assurance

Built to Dana Spicer specifications and aligned with the Spicer Life Series product line, this universal joint is designed around OE-series dimensions and driveline service requirements for Jeep front axle applications.