HYPOID Gear Backlash

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Adjust the backlash by turning the side retainer in the RH side case.

ST 18630AA010 WRENCH COM PL RETAINER

Fig 1: Adjusting Hypoid Gear Backlash

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NOTE: Each time side retainer rotates one tooth, backlash changes by 0.05 mm (0.0020 in).

Fig 2: Hypoid Gear Backlash Dimension

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