RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2005)
2. Install Turnbuckle 8885-1 (2) into the installer cups and expand the turnbuckle until the seal bottom out in the housing.
3. Install differential into the axle housing.
4. Install axle shaft and hub bearings.
Seal - Pinion
SEAL-PINION REMOVAL
1. Mark the propeller shaft and pinion flange (1) for installation reference.
2. Remove propeller shaft.
3. Remove hub bearings and axle shafts.
4. Rotate pinion gear three or four times.
5. Measure and record the torque necessary to rotate the pinion gear with an inch pound torque wrench (2).
6. Hold pinion flange (1) with Flange Wrench 8979 (2) and remove pinion flange nut and washer.
7. Remove pinion flange (1) with Pinion Flange Puller 8992 (2)
8. Remove pinion shaft seal with a pry tool or slide hammer mounted screw.
