Automatic Transaxle System: Differential: Reassembly

1. Connect the side gear with the spacer, and install the side gear into differential case.
   NOTE: Use a spacer of neutral thickness.
   0.037-0.039 in (0.93-1.00 mm) for a new side gear
2. Connect the washer to the pinion and install them simultaneously at the point so that they may lock with the side gear.
   Fig 1: Installing Side Gear Into Differential Case

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3. Insert the pinion shaft (A).
   Fig 2: Inserting Pinion Shaft

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4. Check the side gear pinion backlash and install a proper spacer.

   Standard value: 0.00098-0.0059 in (0.025-0.150 mm)

   NOTE: Adjust backlashes at both sides to be within standard value.
   Fig 3: Checking Side Gear Pinion Backlash

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1. Install the lock pin. See Fig 4.
   Fig 4: Position For Installing Lock Pin

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Apply the ATF to the entire threads of the bolts. Tighten to specifications using the sequence. See Fig 5.

Fig 5: Identifying Differential Drive Gear Bolts Tightening Sequence

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