RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Rear Axle - 9 1/4
9 1/4 Inch - REAR AXLE / PINION SEAL
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assemblies.
3. Mark the universal joint, companion flange and pinion shaft for installation reference.
4. Remove propeller shaft from the companion flange.
5. Remove the brake drums to prevent any drag.
6. Rotate companion flange three or four times and record pinion rotating torque with an inch pound torque wrench.
7. Install two bolts into the companion flange threaded holes, 180° apart. Position Holder 6719A against the companion flange and install and tighten
two bolts and washers into the remaining holes.
8. Hold the companion flange with Holder 6719A and remove pinion nut and washer.
9. Remove companion flange with Remover C-452 (Fig. 23).
10. Remove pinion seal with pry tool or slide hammer mounted screw.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply a light coating of gear lubricant on the lip of pinion seal.
