RAM 3500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN 5 HDC (1999)
Fig. 57
10. Install yoke with Installer W-162-D for 216 FBI axles, or C-3718 for 248 FBI axles, and Yoke Holder 6719.
11. Install the yoke washer and a new nut on the pinion gear. Tighten the nut to 217 Nm (160 ft. lbs.) for 216 FBI axles, or 291 Nm (215 ft. lbs.) for
248 FBI axles, minimum. Do not over-tighten. Maximum torque is 271 Nm (200 ft. lbs.) for 216 FBI axles and 380 Nm (280 ft. lbs.) for 248 FBI
axles.
CAUTION: Never loosen pinion gear nut to decrease pinion gear bearing preload torque and never exceed specified preload torque. If preload
torque is exceeded a new collapsible spacer must be installed. The torque sequence will have to be repeated.
Fig. 58
12. Use Yoke Holder 6719 to retain the yoke. Tighten the nut in 6.8 Nm (5 ft. lbs.) until the rotating torque is achieved. Measure the preload torque
frequently to avoid over-tightening the nut.
