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Axle Assembly Specifications

AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS

Application In. (mm)
Ring Gear Backlash
Preferred .005-.007 (.13-.18)
Allowed .003-.010 (.08-.25)
Ring Gear Runout (Maximum) .002 (.05)
INCH Lbs. (N.m) 
Pinion Bearing Preload (New Bearing) 15-30 (1.7-3.4)
Pinion Bearing Preload (Used Bearing) 10-20 (1.1-2.3)
Pinion and Differential Case Bearing Preload, New Bearings 30-55 (3.4-6.2)
Pinion and Differential Case Bearing Preload, Used Bearings 25-45 (2.8-5.1)