Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2002)
15. Slowly tighten the nut in 3.5 Nm (5 ft. lbs.) increments until the desired rotating torque is achieved. Measure the rotating torque frequently to
avoid over crushing the collapsible spacer (Fig. 62).
16. Check pinion rotating torque with an inch pound torque wrench (Fig. 62). The pinion rotating torque should be:
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Original Bearings: 1 to 3 Nm (10 to 20 inch lbs.).
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New Bearings: 2 to 5 Nm (15 to 35 inch lbs.).
17. Position exciter ring on differential case. With a brass drift, slowly and evenly tap the exciter ring into position.
18. Position ring gear on the differential case and start two ring gear bolts. This will provide case-to-ring gear bolt hole alignment.
19. Invert the differential case in the vise.
20. Install new ring gear bolts and alternately tighten to 102 Nm (75 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 63).
CAUTION: Never reuse the bolts that held the ring gear to the differential case. The bolts can fracture causing extensive damage.
