RAM 2500 Truck 4WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN 7 (2001)
13. Check bearing preload torque with an inch pound torque wrench (Fig. 62). 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.).
14. Invert differential case in a vise and start two ring gear bolts. This will provide case-to-ring gear bolt hole alignment.
15. Install new ring gear bolts and alternately tighten to 108 Nm (80 ft. lbs.). (Fig. 63).
CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolts that held the ring gear to the differential case. The bolts can fracture causing extensive damage.
16. Install differential in axle housing and verify gear mesh and contact pattern. Refer to Adjustments (Gear Contact Pattern).
17. Install differential cover and fill with lubricant.
18. Install propeller shaft with reference marks aligned.
19. Remove support and lower vehicle.
