323 L4-1600 1597cc (1986)
Fig. 8 Spacer selection chart
c. If preload is not within specification, adjust by selecting replacement spacer from chart, Fig. 8. Increase spacer thickness when the preload is
too high and decrease it when preload is too low. When spacer is changed by one rank, preload changes 1.7-3.5 inch lb. Marking is stamped
on outer periphery of spacer.
5.
Using plastic hammer, install outer oil seal so that it is flush with knuckle. Use new oil seal and apply grease to lip of seal.
6.
Using hammer and tool 49B001795 or equivalent, drive in oil seal so that it is flush with knuckle. Use new oil seal and apply grease to lip of
seal.
7.
When press fitting wheel hub into knuckle (with bearing and oil seal), use tool 49B001727 or equivalent and suitable press, pressing with a force
of 5500 lbs.
INSTALLATION
Reverse removal procedure to install, noting the following:
1.
Mount front hub and knuckle to driveshaft, then mount knuckle to lower arm ball joint and shock absorber, torquing shock absorber bolts to 69-86
ft.lbs. and the lower arm ball joint bolt to 32-40 ft.lbs.
2.
Torque caliper attaching bolts to 29-36 ft.lbs.
3.
Using new driveshaft locknut, torque to 116-174 ft.lbs. and securely stake into groove. Do not use pointed tool for staking and ensure wheel
hub turns freely by hand.
4.
Torque tie rod end to 22-33 ft.lbs. and install new cotter pin.
5.
Torque lug nuts to 65-87 ft.lbs.
