F 150 Super Crew 2WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (2003)
3. NOTE: Rotate the pinion gear occasionally to make sure the pinion bearings seat correctly.
Using the special tool, install the axle universal joint flange.
4. CAUTION: Do not loosen the pinion nut to reduce preload under any circumstance. If it is necessary to reduce preload, install a new drive pinion
collapsible spacer and pinion nut.
Install the special tools and tighten the pinion nut. Refer to the torque specifications for used bearings.
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Rotate the pinion gear occasionally to, make sure the pinion bearings are setting correctly. Take frequent pinion bearing torque preload
readings by rotating the pinion gear with a Nm (inch/pound) torque wrench.
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If the preload recorded prior to disassembly is lower than the specification for used bearings, then tighten the pinion nut to the specification. If
the preload recorded prior to disassembly is higher than the specification for used bearings then tighten the pinion nut to the original reading as
recorded.
5. Align the index-marks then attach the front driveshaft.
