MR2 L4-132 2164cc 2.2L DOHC (5S-FE) (1993)
a. Using SST, temporarily tighten the lock nut.
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b. Using soft jaws, hold the drive pinion in a vise.
c. Using SST and spring tension gauge, measure the starting torque of the counter shaft.
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Starting torque:
with spring tension gauge 1.2 - 2.0 kg (2.6 - 4.4 lb) with torque gauge (hexagon nut side)
New bearing 0.6 - 1.0 N.m (6 - 10 kgf.cm, 5.2 - 8.7 in.lbf)
Reused bearing 0.3 - 0.5 N.m (3 - 5 kgf.cm, 2.6 - 4.3 in.lbf)
If the torque is exceeded, replace the spacer.
d. Using SST, remove the lock nut.
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