F 550 4WD Super Duty V10-6.8L VIN S (2000)
7. CAUTION: If any of the gauge surfaces have nicks in them, remove the high spots with a medium India oilstone to prevent erroneous readings.
NOTE: Apply only a light oil film on the pinion bearings before assembling the tools.
Assemble and position the following in the differential housing.
1
Position the Adapter for 205-S156.
2
Position the Adapter for 205-S127.
3
Position the inner pinion bearing.
4
Position the Adapter for 205-S156 (model 50) or Adapter for 205-S 127 (model 60).
5
Position the Adapter for 205-S156.
6
Position the outer pinion bearing.
7
Thread on the Adapter for 205-S127.
8. NOTE: This step simulates pinion bearing preload.
Using a Nm (inch-pound) torque wrench, tighten the special tool to the specification.
