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Pinion Gear, Differential > < Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)|Page 10806
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4. Install the washer.

Important: Do not reuse the pinion nut.

5. Install the new pinion nut.

6. Install the J 8614-01 onto the pinion yoke as shown.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

7. Tighten the pinion nut while holding the J 8614-01 .

Tighten the pinion nut to 339 N.m (250 lb ft).

8. Install the propeller shaft to the rear axle pinion yoke.
9. Inspect and add axle lubricant to the axle housing, if necessary.

10. Lower the vehicle.

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