K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-305 5.0L VIN M SFI (1996)
count as reference.
B. The nut a little at a time and turn the pinion flange several times after each tightening to set the rollers.
Measure
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Using an inch-pound torque wrench, the torque required to rotate the pinion. Compare this with the required rotating torque recorded earlier.
Continue tightening and measuring a little at a time until the same preload is achieved.
Important:
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If the original preload torque value was less than 3 (inch lbs.) then reset the torque specification to 3-5 (inch lbs.).
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Align the propeller shaft with the alignment marks made previously.
4. Propeller shaft.
5. Retainers and bolts.
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Tighten bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
6. Rear wheels and drums.
7. Lubricant to the rear axle as necessary.
Full-Floating Axle 10-1/2 Inch Ring Gear
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Tools Required:
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J 8614-01 Companion Flange Holder
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J 8614-02 Companion Flange Remover
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J 24384 Pinion Oil Seal Installer (American Axle 10 1/2 inch ring gear axle).
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The pinion oil seal and the companion flange may be replaced with the carrier assembly installed in the vehicle.
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
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Raise the vehicle on a hoist and support with safety stands.
1. Axle shafts.
Important:
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It is essential that the positions of all driveline components relative to the propeller shaft and axles be observed and accurately reference
marked prior to disassembly. These components Include the propeller shafts, drive axles, pinion flanges, output shafts, etc. All components
must be reassembled in the exact relationship to each other as they were when removed. Specifications and torque values, as well as any
measurements made prior to disassembly, must be followed.
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Accurately mark the installed position of the rear propeller shaft.
2. Propeller shaft.
A. Use a piece of tape to hold the bearing caps.
B. Secure the propeller shaft up and out of the way so as not to put unnecessary stress on the universal joints.
C. Measure, using an inch-pound torque wrench, the amount of torque required to turn the pinion. Record this measurement for reassembly. This
will give combined pinion bearing, seal, and carrier bearing preload.
D. Make an accurate alignment mark on the pinion stem, pinion flange, and pinion flange nut. Also record the number of exposed threads on the
pinion stem for reference.