Seal, Input Flange: Installation
- Install the pinion seal using (special tool #9987, Installer, Seal) (1).
- Clean the pinion splines, apply Mopar® thread sealant meeting MS- CD95A or equivalent to the splines of the pinion flange.NOTE:
For pinion flange installation 3-5 in. lbs. must be added to the original measured pinion turning torque.
- Place the pinion flange on the splines of the pinion.
- Install a NEW
pinion nut and tighten using (special tool #8979, Wrench, Pinion Flange) (1).NOTE:
Do not over tighten pinion nut. The turning torque must be 3-5 in lbs. more than the turning torque before removal.
- Measure the pinion turning torque, adding 3-5 in. lbs. to pinion nut measurement that was measured before pinion flange removal.
- Using a suitable chisel, stake both sides of the pinion nut.
- Connect the rear propeller shaft and align the index marks (3) on the rear propeller shaft flange and the rear pinion flange.NOTE:
The bolts that are used to secure the propeller shaft to the RDU input flange MUST be replaced. Do not reuse the bolts/washers.
NOTE:Use of Anti-seize compound is prohibited.
NOTE:Make sure the double washer is flat/flush to the joint housing prior to tightening the bolt to avoid damage to the washer, if damaged replace bolt washer assembly.
NOTE:No torque verification is allowed after 10 minutes of the bolts being tightened to specifications. ANY MANIPULATION of the bolts after 10 minutes of being tightened will require the bolt(s) to be replaced.
- Install NEW rear propeller shaft bolts (1) and tighten to the proper torque specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Fill the differential. Refer to FLUID, DIFFERENTIAL, STANDARD PROCEDURE .