RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1998)
Pinion Seal Installation
5. Install the new pinion shaft seal with Installer 8108 and Handle 4171.
NOTE: The seal is correctly installed when the seal flange contacts the face of the differential housing flange.
6. Position the pinion yoke on the end of the shaft with the reference marks aligned.
7. Seat yoke on pinion shaft with Installer C-3718 and Wrench 6719.
8. Remove the tools and install the pinion yoke washer and nut.
CAUTION: Do not exceed the minimum tightening torque when installing the pinion yoke retaining nut at this point. Damage to collapsible
spacer, if equipped, or bearings may result.
Tightening Pinion Shaft Nut
9. Hold pinion yoke with Yoke Holder 6719 and tighten shaft nut to 291.5 Nm (215 ft. lbs.). Rotate pinion shaft several revolutions to ensure the
bearing rollers are seated.
