Drive Axles: Overhaul: Inspection
Check differential gears for correct tooth contact and replace gears if wear is excessive. Inspect bearing faces for roughness or score marks and replace bearing assembly, if necessary. Ensure splines of side gears and rear axle shafts fit correctly. Check clearance between pinion gears and pinion shaft, if wear is excessive, replace components.
NOTE:
To check gear tooth contact using paint impression method, refer to beginning of this section.