Montero 4WD L4-2555cc 26L SOHC (1984) Axle Shaft Assembly | Axle Shaft
c. Insert left side axle shaft assembly into left side of axle housing and torque bearing case to 37-43 ft. lbs.
d. Insert right side axle shaft assembly into right side axle housing without using shim or O-ring, then torque bearing case to 4 ft. lbs. Measure
gap between bearing case and axle housing.
e. Loosen nut and separate right side axle shaft assembly from axle housing.
f.
Using a shim with thickness equal to that of measured gap and a shim with thickness of .0020-.0079 inch, insert shims and O-ring into axle
housing and apply semi-drying sealant to mating surface of bearing case.
g. Insert right side axle shaft assembly into right side axle housing and torque bearing case to 37-43 ft. lbs.
h. Using dial indicator, check that axial play of axle shaft is.002-.008 inch. If not, adjust shim thickness.
7.
Lubricate bearing case and axle housing end.
8.
Attach brake assembly with wheel cylinder to axle housing.
9.
Insert O-ring between axle housing end and bearing case and apply semi-drying sealant to bearing case.
10.
Torque bearing case to 37-43 ft. lbs.
11.
Connect brake line to wheel cylinder and install rear brake drum and wheel.