Differential Shim Selection

SPECIAL TOOLS DESCRIPTION

	Differential Bearing Preload Tool DPS6 307-681 (includes 307-681/1 and 307-681/2)
	Shim Selection Set 308-164

NOTE: If the differential, differential bearings, clutch housing or transaxle case have been replaced this procedure must be performed.

Install the differential.

Fig 1: Locating Differential
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NOTE: Install the alignment standoffs at the transaxle dowel locations.

NOTE: Place the special tools around the differential area as shown in illustration.

Install the special tools.

Fig 2: Installing Special Tools On Differential Area
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Position the differential bearing race on the differential. For removal of the differential bearing race from the clutch housing refer to DIFFERENTIAL SHIM .

Fig 3: Locating Differential Bearing Race
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Install the special tool on the differential.

Fig 4: Installing Special Tool On Differential
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Position the clutch housing on the special tools and install the 6 special tool bolts, 4 shown in illustration.
- Tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 5: Positioning Clutch Housing On Special Tools
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Turn the differential several times clockwise and counter-clockwise to make sure the differential turns freely and that the bearing is seated.
Turn the differential pre-load tool as shown in illustration.

Fig 6: Turning Differential Pre-Load Tool
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Loosen the differential pre-load tool bolt.

Fig 7: Identifying Differential Pre-Load Tool Bolt
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NOTE: The shim size should be the average of the 3 measurements.

Using a feeler gauge measure the clearance at points 1, 2 and 3 and record. Using the average of the recorded measurements, select the appropriate shim from the shim selection chart in the SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 8: Measuring Clearance Using Feeler Gauge
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Remove the special tools.
Install the selected shim into the clutch housing and install the differential bearing race. For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL SHIM .