RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2003)
7. Remove companion flange with Remover C-452 (Fig. 24).
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-3860-A and Handle C-4171 (Fig. 25)
3. Install companion flange on the end of the shaft with the reference marks aligned.
4. Install two bolts into the threaded holes in the companion flange, 180° apart.
5. Position Holder 6719 against the companion flange and install a bolt and washer into one of the remaining threaded holes. Tighten the bolts so
holder is held to the flange.
6. Install companion flange on pinion shaft with Installer C-3718 and Holder 6719.
7. Install pinion washer and a new pinion nut. The convex side of the washer must face outward.
CAUTION: Never exceed the minimum tightening torque 285 Nm (210 ft. lbs.) when installing the companion flange retaining nut at this point.
Damage to collapsible spacer or bearings may result.
