F 150 Super Crew 2WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (2003)
19. Position the new pinion nut.
20. CAUTION: Under no circumstances is the pinion nut to be backed off to reduce preload. If reduced preload is required, a new drive pinion
collapsible spacer and pinion nut must be installed.
CAUTION: The pinion flange holding tool must be removed before preload readings can be taken.
Using a suitable pinion flange holding tool to hold the pinion flange, tighten the pinion nut.
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Rotate the pinion occasionally to make sure the cone and roller bearings are seating correctly.
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Install a Nm (inch-pound) torque wrench on the pinion nut.
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Rotating the pinion through several revolutions, take frequent cone and roller bearing torque preload readings until the original recorded
preload reading is obtained.
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If the original recorded preload is lower than specifications, tighten to the appropriate specifications for used bearings. If the preload is higher
than specification, tighten the nut to the original reading as recorded.
21. Install the differential case.
22. Position the driveshaft and align the mark on the pinion flange.
