F 250 4WD LD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1997)
Companion Flange: Service and Repair
Rear Axle
REMOVAL
NOTE: The rear wheels and brake rotors must be removed to prevent brake drag during drive pinion bearing preload adjustment.
1. Remove the rear brake rotors or brake drums.
2. Mark the driveshaft flange and rear axle companion flange for correct alignment during installation.
3. Remove the four driveshaft bolts and disconnect the driveshaft. Wire the driveshaft aside.
4. Install a torque wrench on the pinion nut and record the torque required to maintain rotation of the pinion through several revolutions.
5. Use (B) Companion Flange Holding Tool to hold the (A) rear axle companion flange while removing the (C) pinion nut.
