C 2500 Suburban 2WD V8-454 7.4L VIN J SFI (1998)
IMPORTANT: Do not hammer the pinion flange onto the pinion stem.
5. Use the alignment marks (1) in the installation of the pinion flange (2).
6. Install a washer and a new nut.
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Tighten the nut on the pinion stem as close as possible to the alignment marks without going past the mark.
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Use the record of the alignment marks and the thread count as a reference.
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Tighten the nut a little at a time and turn the pinion flange several times after each tightening in order to set the rollers.
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Caution and Notices.
IMPORTANT: If the preload torque value recorded earlier was less than 3 inch lbs., reset the torque specification to 3 - 5 inch lbs..
7. Measure the torque required to rotate the pinion using the J5853-B.
8. Compare the measurement of the torque with the measurement made during the removal procedure.
9. Continue tightening and measuring a little at a time until the preload is achieved.
10. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement-One-Piece or Propeller Shaft Replacement-Two-Piece.
11. Install the retainers and bolts.
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Tighten the bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
12. Install the rear wheels and brake drums.
13. Lubricate the rear axle as necessary.
