RAM 3500 Truck 4WD V10-8.0L VIN W (1997)
Pinion Gear: Service and Repair
Rear Differential
With 9 1/4 Differential
NOTE: The ring and pinion gears are serviced in a matched set. Do not replace the pinion gear without replacing the ring gear.
REMOVAL
1. Remove differential from the axle housing.
2. Mark pinion yoke and propeller shaft for installation alignment.
3. Disconnect propeller shaft from pinion yoke. Using suitable wire, tie propeller shaft to underbody.
4. Using Yoke Holder 6719, or equivalent to hold yoke and remove the pinion yoke nut and washer.
5. Using Remover C-452, or equivalent, remove the pinion yoke from pinion shaft.
6. Partially install pinion nut onto pinion to protect the threads.
7. Remove the pinion gear from housing. Catch the pinion with your hand to prevent it from falling and being damaged.
8. Remove the pinion shaft seal with suitable pry tool or slide-hammer mounted screw.
9. Remove oil slinger, if equipped, and front pinion bearing.
10. Remove the front pinion bearing cup with Bearing Removal Tool Set 6310 and Adapter Foot 6310-9, or equivalents.
