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Cleaning & Inspection

  1. Clean all components in solvent. Allow bearings to air dry. Inspect all machined surfaces for smoothness or raised edges. Inspect all gear teeth for wear or chipping and replace as necessary.
  2. Check all bearings and races for nicks, roller end wear, grooves or damage. Replace as needed. Check pinion flange for wear in sealing area and replace as necessary.
  3. Check differential pinion shaft, pinion gears, side gears and thrust washers for wear or damage. Replace all defective parts. Replace pinion gear and ring gear as a set.