Differential Case: Inspection

INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR BACKLASH
1. 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:
  
  1.625 mm (0.0640 in.)
  
  1.725 mm (0.0679 in.)
  
  1.825 mm (0.0719 in.)
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Backlash Of Side Gear
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