Dakota 2WD L4-2.5L VIN P (2001)
9. Rotate pinion using an inch pound torque wrench. Rotating torque should be equal to the reading recorded during removal plus an additional 0.56
Nm (5 inch lbs.) (Fig. 24).
CAUTION: Never loosen pinion nut to decrease pinion bearing rotating torque and never exceed specified preload torque. If rotating torque is
exceeded, a new collapsible spacer must be installed.
10. If rotating torque is low, use Holder 6719 to hold the companion flange (Fig. 23) and tighten pinion nut in 6.8 Nm (5 ft. lbs.) increments until
proper rotating torque is achieved.
NOTE:
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The bearing rotating torque should be constant during a complete revolution of the pinion. If the rotating torque varies, this indicates a binding
condition.
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The seal replacement is unacceptable if the final pinion nut torque is less than 285 Nm (210 ft. lbs.)(10 ft. lbs.).
11. Install propeller shaft with the installation reference marks aligned.
12. Tighten the companion flange bolts to 108 Nm (80 ft. lbs.).
13. Install the brake drums.
14. Install wheel and tire assemblies and lower the vehicle.
15. Check the differential housing lubricant level.
