Altima SE L4-2.4L (KA24DE) (1997)
8. Remove reduction pinion gear bearing outer race from transmission case.
INSPECTION
Output Shaft, Idler Gear And Reduction Pinion Gear
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Check shafts for cracks, wear or bending.
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Check gears for wear, chips and cracks.
Bearing
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Make sure bearings roll freely and are free from noise, I cracks, pitting or wear.
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When replacing taper roller bearing, replace outer and I inner race as a set.
Seal Ring Clearance
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Install new seal rings to output shaft.
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Measure clearance between seal ring and ring groove of output shaft. If not within allowable limit, replace output shaft.
Standard clearance: 0.10 - 0.25 mm (0.0039 - 0.0098 inch)
Allowable limit: 0.25 mm (0.0098 inch)
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Install new seal rings to bearing retainer.
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Measure clearance between seal ring and ring groove of bearing retainer. If not within allowable limit, replace bearing retainer.
Standard clearance: 0.10 - 0.30 mm (0.0039 - 0.0118 inch)
Allowable limit: 0.30 mm (0.0118 inch)