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Drive Pinion Flange and Seal: Removal

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  1. Remove the front brake pads. Refer to: Brake Pads .
  2. Remove the front driveshaft. Refer to: Front Driveshaft .
  3. NOTE: Rotational torque of the drive pinion flange must be measured and recorded using a Nm (lb-in) torque wrench for correct pinion bearing preload when reassembled. This will be the torque-to-turn measurement.

    1. Using a dial type torque wrench, measure and record the rotational torque of the drive pinion.
    2. Index-mark the pinion flange and the drive pinion stem.

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  4. Using the special tool, remove and discard the pinion nut. Use Special Service Tool: 205-126 (T78P-4851-A) Holding Fixture, Drive Pinion Flange.
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  5. Using the special tool, remove the pinion flange. Use Special Service Tool: 303-144 (T79T-6316-A) Remover, Crankshaft Harmonic Balancer.
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  6. Using the general equipment, remove and discard the drive pinion seal. Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
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  7. Clean and inspect the pinion flange mating surfaces and pinion seal surface.
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