Vanagon F4-1915cc 1.9L (Water Cooled) (1983)
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Heat inner of needle bearing race to about 60°C (140°F) and screw on as far as possible by hand
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Place pinion shaft in tool 2052 and tighten wing nut lightly
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Tighten inner race to 210 Nm (152 ft lb)
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Lubricate bearings with transmission oil and tighten retaining ring
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Turn pinion shaft in both directions about 15-20 times
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Turn further and check turning torque:
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New bearings -- up to 210 Ncm (180 in lb)
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Used bearings (run at least 30 miles) -- up to 70 Ncm (61 in lb)
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Check for rock at end of pinion. There must not be any detectable movement. If there is, replace tapered roller bearing