2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Dana 70 rear differential

[AGibson]

Does anyone know what the torque is for the large nut on the rear spindle for a 98. 5 2500 Dana 70 rear differential? I purchased the large socket and need to replace a bad wheel seal in the hub.

Alan

 

[KevinWatts]

Sorry I don't know the torque spec, but could you tell me what size that socket is and where you got it?



Thanks,

Kevin

 

[BudW]

Alan,

My service manual says:

1. Thoroughly clean both axle bearings and interior of the hub with an appropriate cleaning solvent.

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8. Install the outer axle bearing.

9. Install the hub bearing adjustment nut. Use Socket DD-1241-JD to install the adjustment nut.

10. Tighten the adjustment nut to 163 - 190 Nm (120 - 140 ft. lbs. ) while rotating the wheel.

11. Loosen the adjustment nut 1/8 of-a-turn to provide 0. 001-inch to 0. 010-inch wheel bearing end play.

12. Tap the locking wedge into the spindle keyway and adjustment nut. Try to ensure that the locking wedge is installed into a new position in the adjustment nut.

13. Install the axle shaft.

14. Install the brake drum.

15. Install the wheel and tire assembly



I hope this helps,

Bud