RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (2000)
Pinion Gear: Service and Repair
Rear Axle - 9 1/4
NOTE: The ring gear and pinion are serviced in a matched set. Do not replace the pinion without replacing the ring gear.
REMOVAL
1. Remove differential from the axle housing.
2. Mark the companion flange and propeller shaft for installation alignment.
3. Disconnect the propeller shaft from the companion flange. Using suitable wire, tie propeller shaft to underbody.
4. Install socket head bolts into two of the threaded holes in the companion flange, 180° apart.
5. Position Holder 6719 against the companion flange and install a hex head bolt and washer into one of the remaining threaded holes. Tighten the
bolt and washer so that the Holder 6719 is held to the Range.
6. Use Holder 6719 to hold companion flange and remove the companion flange nut and washer.
Fig. 26
7. Using Remover C-452, remove the companion flange from the pinion (Fig. 26).
8. Partially install pinion nut onto pinion to protect the threads.
Fig. 27
