Front Axle - 175 FIA: Seal-Pinion: Installation

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Fig 1: Install Pinion Flange Seal

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Using Tool 9677 (1), install new pinion flange seal.

Fig 2: Install Pinion Flange
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Using Tool L-4507 (1) , lightly tap pinion flange (2) onto shaft, just enough to start flange nut by hand.

Fig 3: Pinion Flange Nut Removal/Installation
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Install pinion flange nut and torque to 475 N.m (350 ft. lbs.).
Install propeller shaft and heat shield. (Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT - INSTALLATION)