Total Preload Torque
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Nissan Xterra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Rotate drive pinion back and forth 2 to 3 times to check for unusual noise and rotation malfunction.
- Rotate drive pinion at least 20 times to check for smooth operation of the bearing.
- Measure total preload using Tool.
Tool number: ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)
Total preload torque (With oil seal):
1.67 - 2.74 N.m (0.17 - 0.27 kg-m, 15-24 in-lb)
NOTE:
Total preload torque = Pinion bearing torque + Side bearing Torque
- If measured value is out of the specification, disassemble it to check and adjust each part. Adjust the pinion bearing preload and side bearing preload. Adjust the pinion bearing preload first, then adjust the side bearing preload.
When the preload torque is greater than specification
On pinion bearings: Replace the collapsible spacer .
On side bearings: Use thinner side bearing adjusting washers by the same amount to each side. Refer to "SIDE BEARING ADJUSTING WASHER ".
When the preload torque is less than specification
On pinion bearings: Tighten the drive pinion nut .
On side bearings: Use thicker side bearing adjusting washers by the same amount to each side. Refer to "SIDE BEARING ADJUSTING WASHER ".
CAUTION: Select a side bearing adjusting washer for right and left individually.