Durango 2WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2001)
9. Rotate pinion with an inch pound torque wrench. Rotating torque should be equal to the reading recorded during removal plus an additional 0.56
Nm (5 inch lbs.) (Fig. 24).
CAUTION: Never loosen pinion nut to decrease pinion bearing rotating torque and never exceed specified preload torque. If rotating torque is
exceeded, a new collapsible spacer must be installed.
10. If rotating torque is low use Holder 6719 to hold the companion flange (Fig. 23) and tighten pinion nut in 6.8 Nm (5 ft. lbs.) increments until
proper rotating torque is achieved.
NOTE: The seal replacement is unacceptable if final pinion nut torque is less than 285 Nm (210 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: The bearing rotating torque should be constant during a complete revolution of the pinion. If the rotating torque varies, this indicates a
binding condition.
11. Install propeller shaft with the installation reference marks aligned.
12. Tighten companion flange bolts to 108 Nm (80 ft. lbs.).
13. Install the brake drums.
14. Check the differential housing lubricant level.
15. Install wheel and tire assemblies and lower the vehicle.
