WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup and 2004 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
ROTATIONAL TORQUE RANGES SPECIFICATION
Description
Specification
Pinion bearing preload (with new bearings)
2.9-5.0 Nm (25-45 lb-in)
Total (pinion plus differential) preload with new bearings