Santa Fe GLS V6-2.7L (2002)
CAUTION: Be careful not to press in the outer race when it is inclined.
ADJUSTMENT OF PINION HEIGHT
Adjust the drive pinion height according to the following procedures:
1. Install the drive pinion inner and outer bearing race, the special tool in sequence shown in the illustration.
NOTE: Apply a thin coat of the multipurpose grease on the mating face of the washer of the special tool.
2. Tighten the nut of the special tool slowly until the standard value of drive pinion turning torque is obtained.
3. Measure the drive pinion turning torque (without the oil seal) using the special tool.
STANDARD VALUE
NOTE:
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Gradually tighten the nut of the special tool while checking the drive pinion turning torque.
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Because the special tool cannot be turned one rotation, turn it several times within the range that it can be turned. After obtaining smooth
bearing operation, measure the rotation torque.