Final buildup – Spicer Tandem Drive Axles Service Manual D__R440, 460, 480, D_R461, 462, 463, 521, 581, 601, 651, 652, 653 User Manual
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Drive Pinion
Final Buildup
Note: On rear axles, do not install oil seal in cage until bearing
preload is correctly adjusted.
After bearing cups are installed, preselect pinion bearing
spacer using the “trial buildup” procedure.
Note: During pinion bearing installation, locate each part in
same position that was used in “trial buildup” preload
test.
1.
Press inner bearing cone on pinion.
To prevent bearing damage, use suitable sleeve that only
contacts inner race of bearing cone.
2.
Install preselected bearing spacer.
3.
Install bearing cage on drive pinion.
4.
Press outer bearing cone on pinion.
To prevent bearing damage, spin cage while pressing outer
bearing on.
5.
Apply clamp load to the pinion bearing cage assem-
bly. Either install the yoke (or helical gear) and torque
the pinion nut to specifications or use the press to
simulate nut torque (see chart).
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IMPORTANT
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