Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
Pinion Bearing: Specifications
Pinion Flange Nut, Min. [a] .............................................................................................................................................................. 190 Nm (140 ft. lbs.)
Pinion Bearing Preload-(Collapsible Spacer)
Used Bearings (With oil seal) .............................................................................................................................................. 0.9-1.5 Nm (8-14 in. lbs.)
New Bearings ................................................................................................................................................................... 1.8-3.2 Nm (16-29 in. lbs.)
[a]
Minimum torque required to tighten pinion flange nut to obtain correct pinion bearing preload. If pinion bearing preload exceeds specification
before this torque is obtained, install a new collapsible spacer.
