Pinion Bearing Preload
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
CAUTION:
When measuring preload, the rotating speed must be set to 30 RPM.
- Remove ring gear shaft assembly from the transfer case. Refer to DISASSEMBLY .
- Rotate the companion flange back and forth from 2 to 3 times to check for unusual noise, binding, sticking, and so on.
- Rotate the companion flange at least 20 times to check for smooth operation of the bearing.
- Measure the pinion bearing preload with the preload gauge (A) [SST: ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)].
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Pinion bearing preload : Refer to PRELOAD TORQUE . CAUTION:Each rotational part should rotate smoothly with the specified gear oil.
- If outside the standard, disassemble the drive pinion assembly to check and adjust each part.