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Total Preload Inspection

  1. Turn companion flange in both directions 20 times or more to set bearing rollers, then check total preload with special service tool.

    Tool number: ST3127S000 (see J25765-A) 

    Total preload (without oil seal) 

    : 1.56- 2.65 N.m 

    (0.16 - 0.27 kg-m, 14-23 in-lb) 

    Fig 1: Turning Companion Flange
    G03106584Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    • If the preload value is out of standard, adjust by changing side bearing adjusting shim thickness (side retainer side).
      • If preload value too large, increase the side bearing adjusting shim thickness.
      • If preload value too small, decrease the side bearing adjusting shim thickness.