You need to see what the Friction Pre-load is before removing the nut.

Pinion Seal Replacement - How to determine Friction Load

Here is a good thread with pictures explaining it. Found this on a Jag differential while looking for a picture of a Torque O-Meter.

Replacing a pinion seal on a Jaguar IRS! - Restorations and Projects by any description - The Garage Gazette


Here is a good picture of one.





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Charlie

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there were three HP ratings on the OM616...

1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

We are advised to NOT judge ALL Muslims by the actions of a few lunatics, but we are encouraged to judge ALL gun owners by the actions of a few lunatics. Funny how that works