Mitsubishi Stealth 1994 Import Service Manual page 144

Mating marks
MB990939
REAR AXLE
15. REMOVAL OF DRIVE PINION ASSEMBLY
companion flange.
NOTE
Mating marks should not be made to the contact
surfaces of companion flange and propeller shaft.
(2) Drive out the drive pinion together with the drive pinion
spacer and drive pinion front shims.
19. REMOVAL OF DRIVE PINION REAR BEARING INNER
RACE
Pull out the drive pinion rear bearing inner race by using the
special tools.
22. REMOVAL OF OIL SEAL / 23. DRIVE PINION FRONT
BEARING
Using the special tool, drive out the drive pinion front
bearing from the gear carrier.
24. REMOVAL OF DRIVE PINION REAR BEARING OUTER
RACE
Using the special tool, drive out the drive pinion rear bearing
outer race from the gear carrier.
INSPECTION
l Check the companion flange for wear or damage.
l Check the oil seal for wear or deterioration.
l Check the bearings for wear or discoloration.
l Check the gear carrier for cracks.
l Check the drive pinion and drive gear for wear or cracks. ;,a
l Check the side gears, pinion gears and pinion shaft for wear
or damage.
l Check the side gear spline for wear or damage.