Questionwhat is the pinion nut torque for 2003 gmc 2500 hd
with a 14 bolt rear end with a new crush sleeve
AnswerI am unsure what you mean by 14bolts rear end??? The following is the replacement procedure for the axles listed.
Only thing to note is DON'T OVERTIGHTEN IT.
Drive Pinion Bearings Replacement (8.6, 9.5, 11.5 Inch Axles)
Tighten the pinion nut until the pinion end play is just taken up. Rotate the pinion while tightening the nut to seat the bearings.
Measure the rotating torque of the pinion using an inch-pound torque wrench.
Specification
The rotating torque of the pinion should be between 1.0-2.3 N·m (10-20 lb in) for used bearings, or 1.7-3.4 N·m (15-30 lb in) for new bearings .
If the rotating torque measurement is below 1.0 N·m (10 lb in) for used bearings, or 1.7 N·m (15 lb in) for new bearings, continue to tighten the pinion nut.
Tighten
Tighten the pinion nut, in small increments, as needed, until the torque required in order to rotate the pinion is between 1.0-2.3 N·m (10-20 lb in) for used bearings, or 1.7-3.4 N·m (15-30 lb in) for new bearings.
Once the specified torque is obtained, rotate the pinion several times to ensure the bearings have seated.
Inspect the rotating torque and adjust if necessary.
