Pinion Bearing: Specifications

8.8-Inch Ring Gear
Pinion bearing preload (used pinion bearings) 0.9-1.5 Nm (8-14 inch lbs.)
Pinion bearing preload (new pinion bearings) 1.8-3.3 Nm (16-29 inch lbs.)
Differential bearing cap bolt 105 Nm (77 ft. lbs.)

9.75-Inch Ring Gear
Differential bearing cap bolt 105 Nm (77 ft. lbs.)
Pinion bearing preload (used pinion bearing) 0.9-1.5 Nm (8-14 inch lbs.)
Pinion bearing preload (new pinion bearing) 1.8-3.3 Nm (16-29 inch lbs.)

10.25-Inch Ring Gear
Differential Bearing Cap Bolt 95-115 Nm (70-85 ft. lbs.)
Pinion Bearing Preload (Used Pinion Bearing) 0.9-1.5 Nm (8-14 inch lbs.)
Pinion Bearing Preload (New Pinion Bearing) 1.8-3.3 Nm (16-29 inch lbs.)

Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear
Pinion bearing torque preload (used pinion bearing) 0.9-1.5 Nm (8-14 inch lbs.)
Pinion bearing torque preload (new pinion bearing) 1.8-3.3 Nm (16-29 inch lbs.)
Differential bearing cap bolts 105 Nm (77 ft. lbs.)