Wave Washer And Oil Seal Assembly Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Wrap vinyl tape around the pinion shaft from the notch area of the pinion shaft as shown in the figure, and apply ATF to the surface.
- Apply ATF to the oil seal and assemble the wave washer and oil seal to the pinion shaft.NOTE:
- Assemble the oil seal groove area so that it is facing the opposite direction from the bearing.
- Remove the tape wrapped around the pinion shaft.