Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L (2008)
1. With vehicle in neutral, position on hoist.
2. Remove propeller shaft.
3. Remove rear brake components to prevent any drag.
4. Rotate pinion several times to verify flange rotates smoothly.
5. Record pinion torque to rotate (1) with a inch pound torque wrench (2) and for installation reference.
6. Install two bolts into the companion flange threaded holes, 180° apart. Position Holder 6719A against the companion flange and install and tighten
two bolts and washers into the remaining holes.
7. Hold the companion flange with Holder 6719A and remove pinion nut and washer.
8. Mark a line across the pinion shaft and flange for installation reference.
9. Remove companion flange (1) with Puller C-452 (2).
10. Remove pinion seal with seal puller.
Installation
INSTALLATION
