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General Specifications

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Item Specification
Front Axle 
Maximum backlash variation between points checked 0.101 mm (0.004 in)
Maximum spread of differential housing 0.762 mm (0.030 in)
Pinion bearing preload 1.8-3.3 N.m (16-29 lb-in)
Ring gear backlash 0.203-0.304 mm (0.008-0.012 in)