Corolla Wagon L4-107.5 1762cc 1.8L DOHC (7A-FE) (1993)
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20.
Install washer and new pinion nut, hold companion flange and torque nut to 69 ft. lbs. on 6 inch differential, or 80 ft. lbs. on 6.38 and 6.7 inch
differentials.
Fig. 6 Preload (rotating Torque) Measurement
21.
Check preload, Fig. 6. If preload is greater than specified, replace bearing spacer. If preload is less than specified, continue tightening nut, 5-10° at
a time, until specified preload is obtained. If maximum torque of 174 ft. lbs. is exceeded, replace bearing spacer and repeat procedure. Do not
back-off on nut to reduce torque or preload.
22.
Ensure lateral and radial runout of companion flange is less than 0.004 inch, then stake shoulder of pinion nut.
23.
Install differential assembly and adjust backlash and bearing preload as outlined in step 11.
24.
Ensure total assembly preload is within specifications, then install adjusting nut locks.
