Front Differential Carrier Preliminary Rotational Torque Measurement

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools - DT-47793

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Callout	Component Name
1	Front Differential Carrier Assembly NOTE: Low bearing pre-load will cause premature failure of the front differential drive pinion gear. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tip: If the turning torque is not within specifications, the transfer gear assembly and differential bearing thrust whasher is incorrect and must be corrected. Refer to Front Differential Drive Pinion Gear Bearing Thrust Washer and Front Differential Bearing Washer Measurement . Use a dial or beam torque wrench with DT-47793 to measure turning torque. See Special Tools . Tighten: 4-12 N.m (35-106 lb in) Special Tool: DT-47793 Differential Rotating Tool. See Special Tools .

Callout

Component Name

Front Differential Carrier Assembly

NOTE: Low bearing pre-load will cause premature failure of the front differential drive pinion gear.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tip:

If the turning torque is not within specifications, the transfer gear assembly and differential bearing thrust whasher is incorrect and must be corrected. Refer to Front Differential Drive Pinion Gear Bearing Thrust Washer and Front Differential Bearing Washer Measurement .
Use a dial or beam torque wrench with DT-47793 to measure turning torque. See Special Tools .

Tighten: 4-12 N.m (35-106 lb in)

Special Tool:
DT-47793 Differential Rotating Tool. See Special Tools .