Cleaning & Inspection
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Clean all parts. Inspect all small gears, thrust washers, bearings and races for chipping, cracks or wear. Inspect axle shaft splines, ring gear and pinion teeth. Inspect pinion shaft for cracks or excessive wear. Inspect pinion flange oil seal surface, drive splines, flange ears and bearing contact surface. Replace components as required.