B3000 SE Regular Cab 4WD V6-3.0L OHV (1998)
22. With the drive pinion in place in the rear axle housing, install the rear axle companion flange using the Companion Flange Replacer
TOOL-4858-E or equivalent.
23. Position the new pinion nut.
CAUTION: Under no circumstances Is the pinion nut to be backed off to reduce preload. If reduced preload Is required, a new collapsible spacer
and pinion nut must be Installed.
24. Use SST 49 S1 20 710 tool to hold the companion flange while tightening the pinion nut.
Tightening torque: 1.8-3.3 Nm (18.4-34 kgf-cm, 16-29 inch lbs.)
25. Install the differential case in the rear axle housing.
