F 250 4WD LD Pickup V8-281 4.6L VIN W EFI (1997)
10. Use Companion Flange Replacer to install the rear axle companion flange.
11. Use Companion Flange Holding Tool to hold the rear axle companion flange while tightening the pinion nut and set pinion bearing preload.
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Tighten the pinion nut rotating the pinion occasionally to ensure the differential pinion bearings are seating properly. Take frequent differential
pinion bearing preload readings until the desired preload reading is obtained by rotating the pinion with a Nm (inch.lbs) torque wrench.
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If the original recorded preload is lower than specification, tighten to specification. If the original recorded preload is higher than specification,
tighten to original reading as recorded.
CAUTION: Never back off the pinion nut to reduce preload. If reduced preload is required, install a new collapsible spacer and pinion nut.
NOTE: Pinion bearing preload is set by tightening the pinion nut.
12. Remove Companion Flange Holding Tool.
13. Press the new (A) anti-lock speed sensor ring and the (B) ring gear onto the differential case.
NOTE: Thread two bolts into the ring gear while pressing to align the bolt holes.
