Paseo Coupe L4-1497cc 1.5L DOHC MFI (1997)
3. Inspect side gear backlash.
Using a dial indicator, measure the backlash of oil side gear while holding one pinion toward the case.
Standard backlash: 0.05 - 0.20 mm (0.0020 - 0.0079 in.)
If the backlash is not within the specification, install the correct thrust washer to the side gears.
4. Disassemble differential case.
Using a pin punch and hammer, drive out the pinion shaft straight pin.
b. Remove the pinion shaft from the case.
c. Remove the 2 pinion gears and side gears with the 4 thrust washers from each gear.
5. If necessary, replace oil seal and side bearing outer race from transmission case side.
a. Using a screwdriver and hammer, drive out the oil seal.
b. Using Special Service Tool (SST) 09612 - 65014 or equivalent, pull out the outer race and plate washer.
c. Place the plate washer into the case.
d. Using SST 09950 - 60020 (09951 - 00710) 09950 -70010 (09951 - 07150), and a hammer, drive in a new outer race.