INSTALLATION

NOTE: Ring and pinion gears are a matched set. Do not replace one gear without replacing the other matching gear. If ring and pinion gears or bearings are replaced, Refer to Adjustments for Pinion Gear Depth Setting.

NOTE: Do not exceed the minimum torque 285 N·m (210 ft. lbs.) when installing the pinion nut at this point.

Pinion Torque To Rotate is:

• Original Bearings: 1 - 2 N·m (10 - 20 in. lbs.)
• New Bearings: 1.7 - 4 N·m (15 - 35 in. lbs.)

If pinion torque to rotate is low, tighten pinion nut in 6.8 N·m (5 ft. lbs.) increments until pinion torque to rotate is achieved.

CAUTION: Never loosen pinion nut to decrease pinion bearing rotating torque. If pinion torque to rotating is exceeded a new collapsible spacer must be installed. Failure to follow these instruction will damage the axle.

CAUTION: Never reuse the ring gear bolts. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fractured bolts causing extensive damage.