RAM 2500 Truck 4WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN 7 (2001)
11. Remove the companion flange with Remover C-452 (Fig. 22).
12. Remove pinion seal with a pry tool or slide hammer mounted screw.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: The outer perimeter of the seal is pre-coated with a special sealant. An additional application of sealant is not required.
1. Apply a light coating of gear lubricant on the lip of pinion seal.
2. Install new pinion seal with Installer C-3860-A and Handle C-4171.
NOTE: The seal is correctly installed when the seal flange contacts the face of the differential housing.
3. Position the companion flange on the end of the shaft with the reference marks aligned.
4. Install socket head bolts into two of the threaded holes in the companion flange, 180° apart.
5. Position Holder 6719A against the companion flange and install a hex head bolt and washer into one of the remaining threaded holes. Tighten the
bolts so the holder is held to the flange.
6. Seat companion flange on pinion shaft with Installer C-3718 and Holder 6719.
7. Remove the installer and install the pinion washer and a new pinion nut. The convex side of the washer must face outward.
CAUTION: Do not exceed the minimum tightening torque when installing the companion flange retaining nut at this point. Damage to
collapsible spacer or bearings may result.
