D21 Hardbody XE 4WD L4-2389cc 2.4L SOHC MFI (KA24E) (1997)
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9. Apply recess of axle case end with multi-purpose grease.
10. Apply gear oil to the spline of axle shaft. Coat seal surface of axle shaft with multi-purpose grease as shown.
11. Adjust axial end play.
a. Select end shims. Standard thickness is 1.5 mm (0.059 inch). Axle case end shim sizes. See: Specifications/Mechanical Specifications
CAUTION: Do not insert end shims between case seal and bearing cage.
b. Insert axle shaft with Tool as a guide.
CAUTION: When inserting axle shaft, be careful not to damage oil seal.
c. Measure end play of axle shaft.
Axial end play:
Servicing one side axle 0.02 - 0.15 mm (0.0008 - 0.0059 inch)
Servicing both side axles
On first axle (right or left) 0.30 - 0.90 mm (0.0118 - 0.0354 inch)
On second axle 0.02 - 0.15 mm (0.0008 - 0.0059 inch)
d. If axial end play is not within the specified limit, reselect axle case end shims.
CAUTION: While adjusting axial end play, be careful not to damage oil seal.
