Install drive pinion assembly – 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
Drive Pinion
Install Drive Pinion Assembly
1.
Forward Axle Only: Place shim pack on carrier mak-
ing sure holes are properly aligned. Make sure shims
are flat with no kinks or bends.
2.
Rear Axle Only: Place shim pack on carrier making
sure lube holes are clear.
Note: If gear set is to be reused, install same quantity and size
of shims removed during disassembly. When installing a
new gear set, use nominal shim pack indicated.
3.
Forward Axle Drive Pinion Only: Install drive pinion
assembly. Install bearing cage capscrews and lock
washers. Torque capscrews to 155–175 lbs. ft.
(210–237 N•m).
Note: Use a dummy yoke (if available) in place of helical gear.
This will result in easier disassembly and reassembly
during carrier adjustments.
Note: Do not install cotter pin until carrier adjustments are
completed.
4.
Rear Axle Drive Pinion: Install pinion assembly. In-
stall bearing cage capscrews and lock washers.
Torque capscrews to 160–176 lbs. ft. (217–239
N•m).
1 - Lube slots
Nominal Shim Pack
Axle
in
mm
Forward
0.024
0.610
Rear
0.023
0.584
1