Differential Assembly: Disassembly
- Before disassembling differential assembly, check side gear backlash. Place differential assembly on "V" blocks with both axle shafts installed.
- Install dial indicator with stem resting against pinion gear. See Figure. Check side gear backlash. Side gear backlash should be .002-.006" (.05-.15 mm). Replace differential carrier if side gear backlash is not within specification.
- If replacing differential bearings, use bearing puller to remove differential bearings from differential carrier. Remove bolts and ring gear.NOTE: Ring gear bolts have left-hand threads.
- If removing speedometer drive gear, remove snap ring, speedometer drive gear and roller. See Figure.