Rear Bearing Assembly Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- Install the spacer with the chamfer on the gear side.
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- Assemble the spacer selected in the pinion height adjustment to the drive pinion.
- Press the drive pinion into the rear bearing using the SSTs
and a press.