Measure pinion torque to rotate (1) with an inch pound torque wrench (2). Pinion torque to rotate is recorded reading plus 0.56 N.m (5 in. lbs.). If torque to rotate is low, tighten pinion nut in 6.8 N.m (5 ft. lbs.) increments until torque to rotate is achieved.
CAUTION:
If maximum tightening torque of 271 N.m (200 ft. lbs.) is reached before torque to rotate is achieved, the collapsible spacer may have been damaged. Never loosen pinion gear nut to decrease pinion gear bearing rotating torque and never exceed specified preload torque. Failure to follow these instruction may result in damage.