Stealth ES V6-2972cc 3.0L DOHC (1991)
Fig. 57 Side Bearing Nuts Adjustment
Fig. 58 Snap Ring Installation
13. Adjust final drive gear backlash as follows:
a. Using spanner wrench tool No. MB991367 and pin tool No. MB991385 or equivalent, temporarily tighten side bearing nut until just before
preloading.
b. Measure final drive gear backlash at four or more points on drive gear.
c. Using spanner wrench and pin tools, adjust backlash until a 0.004-0.006 inch value is reached by turning side bearing nut as shown.
d. Using the spanner wrench to apply preload, turn down both right and left side bearing nuts half the distance between centers of two
neighboring holes.
e. Install snap ring at either position shown to lock side bearing nut.
f.
Check drive gear and pinion tooth contact as outlined, refer to INSPECTION.
g. Measure drive gear runout at shoulder on reverse side of drive gear.
h. If runout exceeds 0.002 inch, change the phase of drive gear and differential case, reinstall and check drive gear runout as outlined above.
i.
Using suitable oil seal installer, install oil seal flush with gear carrier end face.
