Differential Case Bearings Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Important:
- When replacing the worn or cracked bearings and the cups, replace the bearings in sets.
- The low mileage bearings may have very small scratches and pits on the rollers and the bearing cups from the initial preload
Do not replace a bearing for this reason.
- Inspect the bearings for smooth rotation after oiling.
- Inspect the bearing rollers for wear.
- Inspect the bearing cups for the following conditions:
- Wear
- Cracks
- Brinelling
- Scoring