RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2005)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Rear Axle - 10 1/2AA
SEAL-PINION
REMOVAL
1. Remove axle shafts.
2. Mark propeller shaft and pinion flange for installation reference and remove shaft.
3. Rotate pinion gear three or four times.
4. Measure and record the amount of torque necessary to rotate the pinion gear (1) with an inch pound torque wrench (2).
5. Hold pinion flange (1) with Flange Wrench 8979 (2) and remove pinion flange nut and washer.
6. Remove pinion flange (1) with Flange Puller 8992 (2).
7. Remove pinion shaft seal with a pry tool or slide hammer mounted screw.
