Armada 4WD V8-5.6L (VK56DE) Flex Fuel (2009)
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If the total preload torque is low, tighten the drive pinion lock nut in 6.8 N.m (0.69 Kg-m, 5ft-lb) increments until the total preload torque is met.
CAUTION:
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Do not reuse drive pinion lock nut.
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Apply anti-corrosive oil to the threads of the drive pinion and the seating surface of the new drive pinion lock nut.
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Adjust the drive pinion lock nut tightening torque to the lower limit first. Do not exceed the drive pinion lock nut specified torque. Refer
to See: Service and Repair/Overhaul/Rear Final Drive R230.
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Do not loosen drive pinion lock nut to adjust the total preload torque. If the total preload torque exceeds the specifications, replace the
collapsible spacer and tighten it again to adjust. Refer to See: Service and Repair/Overhaul/Rear Final Drive R230.
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After adjustment, rotate drive pinion back and forth 2 to 3 times to check for unusual noise, rotation malfunction, and other
malfunctions.
4. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Check the differential gear oil level after installation. Refer to See: Fluid - Differential/Service and Repair/Rear Final Drive R230/Checking
Differential Gear Oil.
Side Oil Seal
SIDE OIL SEAL
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove the drive shaft from the rear final drive assembly. Refer to See: Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints/Axle Shaft Assembly/Service and
Repair/Rear Axle Shaft/Removal and Installation.
2. Remove the side flange using Tools.