Expedition 2WD V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1997)
13. Use (B) Companion Flange Holding Tool to hold the (A) rear axle companion flange while tightening the (C) pinion nut.
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Tighten the pinion nut, rotating the pinion occasionally to make sure cone and roller bearings are seating properly. Take frequent cone and
roller bearing torque preload readings until the original recorded preload readings are obtained by rotating the pinion with a Nm (inch.lbs)
torque wrench.
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If the original recorded preload is lower than specification (original bearings 0.8-1.5 Nm [8-14 inch.lbs], new bearings 1.8-3.3 Nm [16-29
inch.lbs]), tighten to specification. If the preload is higher than specification, tighten to original reading as recorded.
14. Remove the Companion Flange Holding Tool.
15. Set up differential case.
CAUTION: When installing the differential case, the differential case adjustment must be performed or damage may occur.
16. Install differential case and shims into the axle housing.
17. Install the bearing caps and bolts.
