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Transfer Gear Backlash Measurement

  1. Seta dial indicator (A) on the transfer companion flange (B); position the dial indicator tip (C) on the direct extension of the bolt hole center (D).
    Fig 1: Identifying Transfer Gear Backlash
    G05486048Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Measure the transfer gear backlash.

    Standard: 0.06-0.16 mm (0.02-0.06 in.) 

    Total Starting Torque Measurement 

  3. Secure the transfer housing (A) in a bench vise (B) with soft jaws. To prevent damaging the transfer housing, always use soft jaws or equivalent materials between the transfer housing and the vise.
    Fig 2: Identifying Total Starting Torque
    G05486049Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Rotate the companion flange several turns to seat the tapered roller bearings.
  5. Measure the starting torque at the companion flange (C) with a torque wrench (D) and a socket (E).

    Standard: 2.64-4.23 N.m 

    (26.9-43.1 kgf.cm, 23.3-37.4 lbf.in.) 

  6. If any of the pressures are out of standard, disassemble the transfer assembly and repair it.