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Pinion Bearing Preload Torque

  1. Remove the pinion sleeve assembly. Refer to PINION SLEEVE ASSEMBLY .
  2. Rotate the companion flange back and forth 2 to 3 times. Check for unusual noise, rotation malfunction, and other malfunctions.
  3. Rotate the companion flange at least 20 times to check for smooth operation of the bearing.
  4. Using a preload gauge, measure the preload torque of the pinion bearing.
    Fig 1: Measuring Preload Torque Of Pinion Bearing Using Preload Gauge
    G01199956Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

    Tool number: ST3127S000 (J25765-A) 

    Preload torque 

    : 0.10 - 0.39 N.m (0.01 - 0.04 kg-m, 1 - 3 in-lb) 

    CAUTION: Every rotational part shall rotate smoothly with the specified gear oil.
    • If measured value is out of the specification, disassemble the pinion sleeve assembly to check and adjust each part.
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