RAM 2500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2004)
7. Install pinion into the housing and place front pinion bearing onto the pinion shaft. Draw the pinion shaft into the front bearing with Installer 8981
(Fig. 60).
8. Install new pinion seal (Fig. 61) with Installer 8896 and Handle C-4171.
9. Apply a light coat of teflon sealant to the pinion flange splines.
10. Hold the pinion and lightly tap the pinion flange onto the pinion, until a few threads are showing.
11. Install pinion flange washer and new pinion nut.
12. Hold pinion flange with Flange Wrench 8979 (Fig. 62) and tighten pinion nut until pinion end play is taken up.
13. Rotate pinion several times to seat bearings.
