Total Preload

Measure drive pinion bearing preload (P1). Refer to "DRIVE PINION BEARING PRELOAD ".
CAUTION: Check that the drive pinion bearing preload is within the standard.
Assemble the ring gear shaft assembly to the transfer case.
Install adapter case. Refer to "ASSEMBLY ".
Rotate the companion flange at least 20 times to check for smooth operation of the bearing.
Measure the total preload with a preload gauge (A) [SST: ST3127S000 (-)].
Standard

Total preload

All oil seals are installed: Refer to "PRELOAD TORQUE ".

Without adapter case oil seal: Refer to "PRELOAD TORQUE ".

Fig 1: Measuring Drive Pinion Total Preload Using Preload Gauge
Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
CAUTION:
- Each rotational part should rotate smoothly with the specified gear oil.
- Disassemble the transfer assembly to check and adjust each part if outside the standard. Measure it with the adapter case oil seals removed when measuring total preload after disassembly. Then install adapter case oil seals.