626 LX V6-2.5L DOHC (1997)
Pinion Gear: Adjustments
NOTE: Use the Special Service Tools (SSTs) illustrated to measure and adjust the output gear bearing preload.
BEARING PRELOAD
1. Align the bearing cover with guide bolts as shown.
2. Press in the bearing cover by using the SST.
3. Remove the guide bolts and install the bearing cover installation bolts. Tighten to 11 - 13 Nm (96 - 121 inch lbs.).
4. Mount the converter housing onto the SST (transaxle hanger).
5. Remove the bearing race and adjustment shims from the bearing housing using a pin punch and a hammer.
6. Set the output gear into the converter housing.
7. Install the bearing race removed in step (5) to the selector, and install the selector and bearing race to the output gear.