Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2005)
4. Rotate companion flange (1) three or four times and record pinion rotating torque with an inch pound torque wrench (2).
5. 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.
6. Hold the companion flange with Holder 6719A and remove pinion nut and washer.
7. Remove companion flange (1) with Remover C-452 (2).
8. Remove pinion seal with pry tool or slide-hammer mounted screw.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply a light coating of gear lubricant on the lip of pinion seal.
2. Install new pinion seal with Installer C-4076-B (3) and Handle C-4735 (1).
