Crown Victoria V8-4.6L VIN W (2000)
CAUTION: Remove the special tool while taking preload readings with the Nm (inch-pound) torque wrench.
Use the special tool to hold the pinion flange while tightening the nut.
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Rotate the pinion occasionally to make sure the differential pinion bearings seat correctly. Take frequent differential pinion bearing preload
readings by rotating the pinion with a Nm (inch-pound) torque wrench.
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For new differential pinion bearings, tighten the nut to specification. Refer to torque specifications for new differential pinion bearings.
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For used differential pinion bearings, if the preload recorded prior to disassembly is lower than the specification for used bearings, then tighten
the nut to specification. Refer to torque specifications for used differential pinion bearings.
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For used differential pinion bearings, if the preload recorded prior to disassembly is higher than the specification for used bearings, then
tighten the nut to the original reading as recorded.
21. Install the differential case in the differential housing.
22. Install the driveshaft.
