Front Differential Assembly: Inspection

• Check each component for scratches, damage or other faults.
• Inspect the backlash of the pinion gear.

Specification: 

0.13 - 0.18 mm (0.0051 - 0.0071 in) 

Fig 1: Measuring Gear Backlash Using ST1 And ST2

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• Measure the hypoid gear backlash, and then adjust it to be within specification. <Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , Front Differential Assembly.>