RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2005)
5. Hold pinion flange (2) with Flange Wrench 8979 (1) and tighten pinion nut until pinion end play is taken up.
6. Rotate pinion several times to seat bearings.
7. Measure pinion (1) rotating torque with an inch pound torque wrench (2) and compare it to recorded measurement. Tighten pinion nut in small
increments, until pinion rotating torque is 0.40 - 0.57 Nm (3 - 5 inch lbs.) greater than recorded measurement.
8. Rotate pinion several times then verify pinion rotating torque again.
9. Install axle shafts.
10. Install propeller shaft with reference marks aligned.
11. Check differential fluid level.
Seal - Axle Shaft
SEAL-AXLE SHAFT
REMOVAL
1. Remove axle shaft.