Dodge RAM TRUCK 1500 1995 Service Manual page 133

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Fig. 6 Bearing Removal
shaft with No. 600 crocus cloth. This can re­
move slight surface damage. Do not reduce the
diameter of the axle shaft seal contact surface.
When polishing, the crocus cloth should be
moved around the circumference of the shaft
(not in-line with the shaft).
BEARING AND SEAL INSTALLATION
Always install a new seal when servicing the
axle or bearing.
(1) Wipe the bore in the axle shaft tube clean.
(2) Install a new bearing with Installer C-4826 and
Handle C-4171. Ensure that the bearing is not
cocked and is seated firmly against the tube shoul­
der.
CAUTION: DO NOT use the new axle shaft seal to
position or seat the bearing in the axle shaft bore.
(3) Install the new axle shaft seal with Installer
C-4826 and Handle C-4171 (Fig. 7).
(4) When the tool contacts the end of the tube
(face), the seal is at the correct position and depth.
REAR SUSPENSION AND AXLE 3 -13
Fig. 7 Axle Shaft Seal Installation
AXLE SHAFT INSTALLATION
(1) Lubricate the bearing bore and seal lip. Insert
the axle shaft and engage the splines with the side
gear. Use care to prevent the shaft splines from
damaging the axle shaft seal lip.
(2) Insert the C-clip lock in the recessed groove
(Fig. 4). Push the axle shaft outward to seat the C-
clip lock.
(3) Align and install pinion gear mate shaft in the
case. Align hole in shaft with lock screw hole. Install
the lock screw with Loctite® on the threads. Tighten
the screw to 11 N-m (8 ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Clean the cover and apply a bead of sealant.
Refer to the Drain and Refill in this section.
(5) Install the brake drum.
(6) Install the wheel and tire assembly.
(7) Fill the differential with lubricant. Refer to the
Specifications chart for the type and quantity. Install
the fill hole plug.
(8) Remove support and lower vehicle. Test the
brakes and axle for correct operation.
PINION SEAL REPLACEMENT
CAUTION: The following procedures must be used
so the correct pinion bearing preload torque is re­
tained. If not completely followed, the result can be
failure of the rear axle.
R E M O V A L
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Mark the U-joint, pinion yoke, and pinion shaft
for reference.
(3) Disconnect t h e drive shaft from the pinion
yoke. Secure the drive shaft in an upright position to
prevent damage to the rear U-joint.
(4) Remove wheel and tire assemblies, and brake
drums. Brake drag can cause a false bearing
preload torque measurement.
(5) Use a Newton-meter or an inch-pound torque