RAM 2500 Truck 2WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN 7 (2001)
4. Install new pinion seal with an appropriate installer 8108 (Fig. 52).
NOTE: Pinion depth shims are placed between the rear pinion bearing cone and pinion gear to achieve proper ring and pinion gear mesh. If ring
and pinion gears are reused, the pinion depth shim should not require replacement or adjustment. If the ring and pinion gears are replaced refer to
Adjustments to select the proper thickness shim.
5. Place the proper thickness pinion depth shim on the pinion gear.
6. Install rear bearing and oil slinger, if equipped, on the pinion gear with Installer D-389 and a press (Fig. 53).
7. Install original solid shims on pinion gears.
