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General Specifications

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Item Specification
Backlash Specifications 
Backlash between ring gear and pinion teeth 0.203-0.304 mm
(0.008-0.012 in)
 
Ring gear maximum backlash variation between teeth 0.076 mm (0.003 in)
Clearance Specifications 
Differential case maximum runout 0.076 (0.003)
Maximum axle shaft end play 0.762 (0.030)
Pinion flange maximum runout 0.25 (0.010 T.I.R.)
Rotational Torque Ranges 
Adapter for 205-S127 2.2 N.m (20 lb-in)
Initial minimum break away torque 27 N.m (20 lb-ft)
Pinion bearing preload 1.8-3.3 N.m (16-29 lb-in)