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Differential Specifications

DIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Differential Case Flange Runout .003" (.08 mm)
Maximum Backlash Variation Between Teeth .004" (.10 mm)
Nominal Pinion Shim Thickness .030" (.76 mm)
Pinion Gear Thrust Washer Thickness .030-.032" (.76-.81 mm)
Ring Gear Back Face Runout .004" (.10 mm)
Ring Gear Backlash (1) .008-.015" (.20-.38 mm)
Side Gear Thrust Washer Thickness .030-.032" (.76-.81 mm)
INCH Lbs. (N.m) 
Pinion Bearing Preload
New Bearings 16-29 (1.8-3.2)
Original Bearings (With Oil Seal) 8-14 (.9-1.6)
(1) Preferred setting is .012-.015" (.30-.38 mm).