RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1998)
Pinion Seal Installation-248 FBI Axle
5. Install pinion seal with Installer C-3972-A for 216 FBI axles, or 8108 for 248 FBI axles, and Handle C-4171.
NOTE: Pinion depth shims are placed between the rear pinion bearing cone and pinion gear to achieve proper ring and pinion gear mesh. If the
factory installed ring and pinion gears are reused, the pinion depth shim should not require replacement. Refer to Pinion Gear Depth paragraph in
this section to select the proper thickness shim before Installing rear pinion bearing cone.
6. Place the proper thickness depth shim on the pinion gear and install the rear bearing.
Shaft Rear Bearing Installation
7. Install the rear bearing and oil slinger, if equipped, on the pinion gear with Installer W-262 for 216 FBI axles, or C-3095-A for 248 FBI axles.
