F 350 2WD Pickup V8-460 7.5L VIN G EFI (1997)
Pinion Bearing Torque Preload Check
18. Tighten the pinion nut, rotating the pinion occasionally to make sure the bearings are seating properly. Take frequent torque-to-rotate (preload)
readings until the original recorded preload reading is obtained by rotating the pinion with a Nm (inch-pound) torque wrench.
If the original recorded preload is lower than specification (original bearings 0.9-1.5 Nm [8-14 lb-in]; new bearings 1.8-3.3 Nm [16-29 lb-in]),
tighten to specification. If the preload is higher than specification, tighten to original reading as recorded.
Under no circumstances should the pinion nut be backed off to reduce preload. If reduced preload is required, a new collapsible spacer and pinion
nut must be installed.
CAUTION: Tab on anti-lock speed sensor ring must be aligned with slot in differential case (4204).