Colt Vista FWD L4-1795cc 1.8L SOHC (1994)
Fig.49 Side Bearing Spacers & Differential Case Assembly Installation
e. Tap side bearing spacers with a brass bar to fit them to side bearing outer race.
f.
Align mating marks on gear carrier and bearing cap, then tighten bearing cap.
g. With drive pinion locked in place, measure final drive gear backlash with a dial indicator mounted on drive gear as shown.
Fig.29 Final Drive Gear Backlash Measurement
h. Measure at four or more points around the circumference of the drive gear, backlash should be within 0.004-0.006 inch (.11-.16 mm).
i.
Change side bearing spacers as shown, and then adjust final drive gear backlash between drive gear and drive pinion.
NOTE:
When increasing number of side bearing spacers, use the same number of each, and as few as possible.
