DANA 53R-300, Service Manual

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Lubricate spindle threads with anti-seize.
Apply anti-seize to the spindle nut contact
face and install.
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Bearing Preload
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Note:
It is imperative that the
hubs be rotated during the
bearing tightening and pre-loading
process to insure the bearings are
not damaged and accurate
readings are obtained.
Hook a strap onto a wheel stud as shown and
wrap around hub.
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Using a hoist connected to strap rotate the hub
while while running spindle nut down with impact
gun. Do not exceed 1200 lbf/ft [1627 Nm].
Torque, rotate and shock the hub assembly
as described on the Bearing Preload page
69 .
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