Companion Flange & Oil Seal: Installation
- Pack seal lip of new seal with lithium-based, extreme-pressure grease. Drive seal into housing until seated against shoulder. Install companion flange, washer and pinion nut.NOTE: If preload specification is exceeded, a new collapsible spacer must be installed and nut retightened until correct preload is obtained.
- Gradually tighten pinion nut. Turn drive pinion several times, during tightening to seat bearings. Ensure pinion bearing preload is 3-5 INCH lbs. (.3-.6 N.m) more than reading obtained during removal. Install drive shaft.