Installation Procedure
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- Using the J 44414 installer, install a new pinion oil seal.
- Apply sealant to the splines of the pinion yoke. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
- Using a soft faced hammer, install the drive flange (1) onto the pinion shaft until a few treads show through the drive flange (1).
- Install the washer (2) and the nut (3).
- Using and holding the J 8614-01 holder/remover, tighten the pinion nut until the pinion end play is just taken up. Rotate the pinion while tightening the nut to seat the bearing.
- Using an inch-pound torque wrench, tighten the nut in small increments, as needed, until the rotating torque is 0.40-0.57 N.m (3- 5 lb in) greater than the rotating torque recorded during removal.
- Once the specified torque is obtained, rotate the pinion several times to ensure the bearings have seated.
- Install the propeller shaft assembly. Refer to Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement .
- Install the axle shafts. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft and/or Gasket Replacement .
- Install the rear brake rotors. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (1500 Series) , Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (2500 Series) .
- Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Inspect and add axle lubricant to the axle housing, if necessary. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (8.6, 9.5 LD Axle) , Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (10.5 Inch Axle) .
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Pinion Flange/Yoke Installation Caution .
NOTE:
Align the reference marks and install the drive pinion yoke.
NOTE:
If the rotating torque is exceeded, the pinion will have to be removed and a new collapsible spacer installed.
NOTE:
Compare this measurement with the rotating torque prior to removing the drive flange.
NOTE:
Recheck the rotating torque and adjust if necessary.
NOTE:
Step 9 is for those vehicles that are equipped with the 10.5 inch axle.
NOTE:
Step 10 is for those vehicles that are equipped with the 8.6 or 9.5 inch axle.