Differential Case: Inspection

INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR BACKLASH

Using a dial indicator, measure the backlash of the side gear.

Standard backlash: 0.05 to 0.20 mm (0.0020 to 0.0070 in.)

Standard thrust washer thickness

THRUST WASHER THICKNESS

Thickness	Thickness
1.625 mm (0.0640 in.)	1.825 mm (0.0719 in.)
1.725 mm (0.0679 in.)	-

Fig 1: Measuring Backlash Of Side Gear