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5. Measure and record the pinion bearing preload.

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Using a Nm torque wrench, rotate the pinion gear. Measure the torque required to maintain pinion gear rotation.

6. Index-mark the pinion flange and the pinion gear stem.

7. Using the special tool to hold the pinion flange, remove and discard the pinion nut.

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