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Pinion Assembly Height Measurement

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Fig 1: Measuring Sleeve
GC0094992Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  1. Install measuring sleeve (special tool #9681-1, Gauge, Pinion Height) (1) over pinion assembly (2). Refer to Fig 1.
    Fig 2: Checking Pinion Height Using Dial Indicator
    GC0081463Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  2. Install Scooter Block (2) and dial Indicator on (1) measuring sleeve (special tool #9681-1, Gauge, Pinion Height) (3). Refer to Fig 2.
  3. Record reading on the dial indicator. The dial indicator reading represents the amount that this particular assembly deviates from the design height.