Stealth ES V6-2972cc 3.0L DOHC (1991)
Differential Carrier: Service and Repair
Differential Carrier Inspection Procedures
Fig. 4 Rear Wheel Bearing Rotation Sliding Resistance Check
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Disconnect driveshaft at companion flange, refer to Transmission and Drivetrain/Drive/Propeller Shafts, Bearings and Joints/Service and
Repair.
3. Remove caliper assembly and suspend with wire.
4. Attach a spring balance to hub bolt, then pull balance at a right angle to bolt. Measure rotation starting torque.
5. If rotation starting torque is less than 6 lb-in, bearing is satisfactory.
6. If rotation starting torque is more than 6 lb-in, ensure tightening torque of axle shaft companion flange is 116-159 lb-ft, on Eagle Talon and 137
lb-ft, on Stealth models less turbo or 188-217 lb-ft, on Stealth models with turbo. If torque is satisfactory, replace wheel bearing.
