B4000 SE Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.0L OHV (1999)
26. Position the new pinion nut.
Caution: Under no circumstances is the pinion nut to be backed off to reduce preload. If reduced preload is required, a new collapsible spacer
and pinion nut must be installed.
27. Use Coupling Holder SST 49 S120 710 to hold the companion flange while tightening the pinion nut.
Note: 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.
28. Pinion bearing preload (new pinion bearings)
Tightening torque: 1.8-3.3 Nm ( 18.4-34 kgf-cm, 16-29 inch lbs.)
29. Pinion bearing preload (used pinion bearings)
Tightening torque: 0.9-1.5 Nm ( 9.1-15.3 kgf-cm, 8-14 inch lbs.)
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If additional adjustments are necessary.
30. Install the differential case in the rear axle housing.
31. Install the propeller shaft.
