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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.
    Fig 1: Installing Spacer
    G01345113Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  1. Assemble the spacer selected in the pinion height adjustment to the drive pinion.
  2. Press the drive pinion into the rear bearing using the SSTs  and a press.