Backlash Inspection

Remove the final driven gear and transfer drive gear from the differential carrier (see DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER, FINAL DRIVEN GEAR, AND TRANSFER DRIVE GEAR REPLACEMENT ).
Install both axles into the differential assembly (A), and place the axles on V-blocks (B).

Fig 1: Measuring Pinion Gear Backlash
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Measure the backlash of the pinion gears (C) using a dial indicator (D).
Standard (New): 0.05-0.15 mm (0.0020-0.0059 in)
If the backlash is out of standard, replace the differential carrier.
Install the final driven gear and transfer drive gear on the differential carrier (see BACKLASH INSPECTION ).