Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2000)
Fig. 27
10. Install a new collapsible preload spacer onto the pinion shaft (Fig. 27).
11. Install the pinion in the axle housing.
12. Install the companion flange with Installer C-3718 and Holder 6719.
CAUTION: Do not exceed the minimum tightening torque when installing the companion flange at this point. Damage to the collapsible spacer
or bearings may result.
Fig. 28
13. Install the new pinion nut onto the pinion shaft and tighten the pinion nut until there is zero bearing end-play (Fig. 28).
14. Tighten the nut to 271 Nm (200 ft. lbs.).
CAUTION: Never loosen pinion nut to decrease pinion bearing rotating torque and never exceed specified preload torque. If preload torque or
rotating torque is exceeded a new collapsible spacer must be installed. The torque sequence will then have to be repeated.
