F 150 4WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2010)
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Install a Nm (lb-in) torque wrench on the pinion nut.
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Rotating the drive pinion through several revolutions, take frequent drive pinion bearing preload readings until the original recorded drive
pinion bearing preload reading is obtained.
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If the original recorded drive pinion bearing preload is lower than specification, tighten to the appropriate specification for used drive pinion
bearings. If the drive pinion bearing preload is higher than specification, tighten the pinion nut to the original reading as recorded. For
additional information, refer to the Specification.
8. Position the driveshaft and align the index mark on the pinion flange.
9. NOTE: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the pinion flange pilot. To make sure that the driveshaft centering socket yoke seats
squarely on the pinion flange, tighten the driveshaft flange bolts evenly in a cross pattern.
Install the 4 new driveshaft flange bolts.
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Tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
10. Install the rear brake disc. For additional information, refer to Disc Brake System.