Talon AWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC Turbo VIN F SMFI (1997)
7. With the drive pinion locked in place, measure the drive gear backlash with a dial indicator on the drive gear.
NOTE: Measure at four points or more on the circumference of the drive gear.
Standard value: 0.11-0.16 mm (0.004-0.006 inch)
8. Change the side bearing spacers as illustrated, and then adjust the drive gear backlash between the drive gear and the drive pinion.
NOTE: When increasing the number of side bearing spacers, use the same number for each, and as few as possible.
9. Check the drive gear and drive pinion for tooth contact. If poor contact is evident, make adjustment.
10. Measure the drive gear runout at the shoulder on the reverse side of the drive gear.
Limit: 0.05 mm (0.002 inch)
11. If the drive gear runout exceeds the limit, reinstall by changing the phase of the drive gear and differential case, and remeasure.
