RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V10-8.0L VIN W (1997)
Tightening Pinion Shaft Nut
5. If the rotating torque is to low, use Holder 6719 to hold the pinion yoke, and tighten the pinion shaft nut in 6.8 Nm (5 ft. lbs.) until proper rotating
torque is achieved.
6. Align the installation reference marks and attach the propeller shaft to the yoke.
7. Check and add lubricant to axle, if necessary. Refer to Lubricant Specifications for lubricant requirements.
8. Install brake rotors and calipers.
9. Install wheel and tire assemblies.
10. Lower the vehicle.
Front Axle - 248FBI
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove wheel and tire assemblies.
3. Remove brake calipers and rotors
4. Mark the propeller shaft and pinion yoke for installation reference.
5. Remove the propeller shaft from the yoke.
6. Rotate the pinion gear three or four times.
7. Measure the amount of torque necessary to rotate the pinion gear with a (inch lbs.) dial-type torque wrench. Record the torque reading for
installation reference.
Pinion Yoke Removal
8. Remove the pinion yoke nut and washer. Use Remover C-452 and Wrench C-3281 to remove the pinion yoke.
9. Use suitable pry tool or slide hammer mounted screw to remove the pinion shaft seal.
INSTALLATION
Pinion Seal Installation
1. Apply a light coating of gear lubricant on the lip of pinion seal. Install seal with Installer 8108 and Handle C-4171.
