RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1997)
Collapsible Preload Spacer
8. Install a new collapsible preload spacer on pinion shaft.
9. Install pinion gear in housing.
Pinion Yoke Installation
10. Install yoke with Installer W-162-D for 216 FBI axles, or C-3718 for 248 FBI axles, and Yoke Holder 6719.
11. Install the yoke washer and a new nut on the pinion gear. Tighten the nut to 217 Nm (160 ft. lbs.) for 216 FBI axles, or 291 Nm (215 ft. lbs.) for
248 FBI axles, minimum. Do not over-tighten. Maximum torque is 271 Nm (200 ft. lbs.) for 216 FBI axles and 380 Nm (280 ft. lbs.) for 248 FBI
axles.
CAUTION: Never loosen pinion gear nut to decrease pinion gear bearing preload torque and never exceed specified preload torque. If preload
torque is exceeded a new collapsible spacer must be installed. The torque sequence will have to be repeated.
