Mazda 323 1988 Workshop Manual page 661

REAR DIFFERENTIAL 9
6. Check the backlash of the side gear and pinion
gear. Adjust by inserting proper thickness thrust
washer at both sides.
Standard backlash: O-O.1 mm (O-0.004 in)
Thrust washer thickness:
Identification mark
0
1
2
Thickness
2.00 mm (0.0767 in)
2.10 mm (0.0627 in)
2.20 mm (0.0666 in)
Knock Pin
Install the knock pin to secure the pinion shaft. Stake
the knock pin into position with a punch to prevent
it from coming out.
Side Searing
Press the side bearing on using the
SST
Ring Gear
Install the ring gear to the gear case
Tlghtening torque:
69-63 N.m (7.0-6.5 m-kg, 51-61 ft-lb)
9-55