RAM 1500 Van V8-5.2L CNG VIN T (1999)
Fig. 30
11. Check bearing rotating torque with an inch pound torque wrench. The torque necessary to rotate the pinion gear should be:
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Original Bearings - 1 to 3 Nm (10 to 20 inch lbs.).
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New Bearings - 2 to 5 Nm (15 to 35 inch lbs.).
12. If the rotating torque is above the desired amount, remove the pinion yoke and increase the preload shim pack thickness. Increasing the shim pack
thickness 0.025 mm (0.001 inch) will decrease the rotating torque approximately 0.9 Nm (8 inch lbs.).
13. Slowly tighten the nut in 6.8 Nm (5 ft. lbs.) increments until the maximum torque or the desired rotating torque is achieved. Measure the rotating
torque frequently.
14. If the maximum tightening torque is reached prior to reaching the desired rotating torque, remove the pinion yoke and decrease the pinion preload
shim pack thickness. Decreasing the shim pack thickness 0.025 mm (0.001 inch) will increase the rotating torque approximately 0.9 Nm (8 inch
lbs.).
15. Align previously made marks on yoke and propeller shaft and install propeller shaft.
16. Install differential housing into the axle housing.
