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1991 Mazda Protege 4WD, Automatic
Transaxle Reassembly: Adjustments
1991 Mazda Protege 4WD, AutomaticSECTION Adjustments
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For location of thrust bearings and races, see Fig 1
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- Install bearing cover into converter housing. Before installing bearing housing, adjust output gear bearing preload.
- Remove bearing outer race and adjustment shims from bearing housing. Mount output gear assembly on converter housing. Install outer race to appropriate selector gauge. Mount selector gauge on output gear assembly. Eliminate gap by turning bar "A" or "B" of selector gauge. See Fig 2 .
- Mount bearing housing on selector gauge. Mount 4 collars between converter housing and bearing housing. Tighten bolts to 14-19 ft. lbs. (19-25 N.m). See Fig 3 .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.