Differential Case Inspection
INSPECT FRONT DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR BACKLASH
INSPECT FRONT DIFFERENTIAL PINION THRUST WASHER
INSPECT NO.1 FRONT DIFFERENTIAL PINION SHAFT
Differential Case -- Inspection |
| 1. INSPECT FRONT DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR BACKLASH |
Hold the front differential pinion to the front differential case side. Using a dial indicator, measure the backlash.
- Standard backlash:
- 0.05 to 0.20 mm (0.0020 to 0.0079 in.)
If the backlash is out of the specification, install proper side gear thrust washers.
| 2. INSPECT FRONT DIFFERENTIAL PINION THRUST WASHER |
Using a micrometer, measure the thickness of the thrust washer.
- Minimum thickness:
- 0.54 to 0.66 mm (0.0213 to 0.0260 in.)
If the thickness is less than the minimum, replace the front differential pinion thrust washer.
| 3. INSPECT NO.1 FRONT DIFFERENTIAL PINION SHAFT |
Using a micrometer, measure the diameter of the pinion shaft.
- Minimum diameter:
- 20.499 to 20.520 mm (0.8070 to 0.8079 in.)
If the diameter is less than the minimum, replace the No. 1 front differential pinion shaft.
