Dakota R/T 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
Pinion Rear Bearing Cup Installation
2. Install the pinion rear bearing cup with:
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Installer C-4308 and Driver Handle C-4171 for the 8 1/4 axle.
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Installer C-4310 and Driver Handle C-4171 for the 9 1/4 axle.
3. Ensure cup is correctly seated.
4. Apply MOPAR Door Ease, or equivalent, stick lubricant to outside surface of bearing cup.
Pinion Front Bearing Cup Installation
5. Install the pinion front bearing cup with:
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Installer D-130 and Handle C-4171 for the 8 1/4 axle.
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Installer D-129 and Handle C-4171 for the 9 1/4 axle.
6. Install pinion front bearing, and oil slinger, if equipped.
7. Apply a light coating of gear lubricant on the lip of pinion seal. Install seal with:
