Summit Wagon FWD L4-1795cc 1.8L SOHC (1994)
Fig.40 Talon Drive Pinion Turning Torque Specifications (with oil seal installed)
e. Remove companion flange and drive pinion, then drive oil seal into gear carrier front lip. Apply a thin coat of multipurpose grease to the oil
seal lip.
f.
Apply a thin coat of multipurpose grease to companion flange washer contacting surface prior to installing drive pinion.
g. Install drive pinion assembly and companion flange with mating marks aligned, and torque companion flange self-locking nut to 116-159 ft.
lbs.
h. Measure drive pinion turning torque, and compare with specified value. On Colt Vista, specification is 6-9 inch lbs., and on Talon, refer to
the chart. If turning torque is not within specified value, ensure companion flange self-locking nut is tightened within specification and oil seal
is correctly installed.
Fig.44 Drive Pinion Turning Torque Specifications (w/oil seal installed)
5. On models except Laser and Talon, adjust differential gear backlash as follows:
a. Assemble side gears, side gear spacers, pinion gears and opinion washers into differential case.
b. Temporarily install pinion shaft. Do not drive in lockpin at this time.
c. While locking side gear with wedge measure differential gear backlash with dial indicator as shown. Measurement should be made for both
gears individually.
