1) Install pinion bearing races in carrier. For front race
use Handle (MB990938-01) and Race Installer (MB990934-01) for 2.4L a\
nd
2.6L models and Race Installer (MB990935-01) for 3.0L models. For rear\
race, use Handle and Race Installer (MB990936-01). Ensure races are
fully seated.
2) Install Pinion Height Gauge (MB990901-01) and pinion
bearings. See Fig. 4. DO NOT install oil seal. Using INCH lb. torque
wrench, measure pinion rotating torque. Gradually tighten pinion
height gauge to increase rotating torque to proper specification. See
PINION ROTATING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table.
3) Install Cylinder Gauge (MB990903-01) in side bearing
seats. Ensure flat areas are aligned and gauge contacts side bearing
seat firmly. See Fig. 4.
4) Select adjusting shim with same thickness as gap between
cylinder gauge and pinion height gauge. Use minimum amount of
adjusting shims. Install selected adjusting shims between drive pinion
gear and rear pinion bearing. Using Bearing Installer (MB990802-01),
install rear pinion bearing.
PINION ROTATING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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Application INCH Lbs. (N.m)
With Oil Seal
2.4L & 2.6L Engines . 3.04-3.91 (.35-.45)
3.0L Engine ........... 5.21-6.08 (.6-.7)
Without Oil Seal
2.4L & 2.6L Engines . 1.30-2.17 (.15-.25)
3.0L Engine ........... 3.47-4.34 (.4-.5)
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Fig. 4: Setting Pinion Depth
Courtesy of Chrysler Motors.
DRIVE PINION PRELOAD