Cleaning & Inspection
- Clean all parts in cleaning solvent. Dry components with compressed air. DO NOT spin dry bearings. Coat all bearings with light coat of gear lubricant to prevent corrosion. Inspect all bearings and cups for damage.
- Check bearings for smooth rotation after installed in cups. Inspect all gears and thrust washers for chipping or flaking. Inspect differential case bearing shoulders for damage during bearing removal.
- Using micrometer, measure thickness of all thrust washers. Replace thrust washers if not within specification. See AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS table.
- Inspect companion flange for seal and bearing contact area wear or damage. Replace all worn or damaged components. When replacing ring gear and pinion, note original factory shim thickness to adjust for variations in both carrier casting and original gear set dimension.NOTE: Ring and pinion gear set must be replaced in matched sets.