RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V10-8.0L VIN W HDC (2000)
CAUTION: Never loosen pinion nut to decrease pinion bearing rotating torque and never exceed specified preload torque. If preload torque or
rotating torque is exceeded a new collapsible spacer must be installed. The torque sequence will then have to be repeated.
17. Using Holder 6719, crush collapsible spacer until bearing end play is taken up.
Fig. 36
18. Slowly tighten the nut in 6.8 Nm (5 ft. lbs.) increments until the desired rotating torque is achieved. Measure the rotating torque frequently to
avoid over crushing the collapsible spacer (Fig. 36).
19. Check the pinion bearing rotating torque with an inch pound torque wrench (Fig. 36). The torque necessary to rotate the pinion 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.).
20. Install differential in housing.
21. Install propeller shaft.
