Adjustments (Without LSD)
- Install thrust washers, side gears and pinion gears into differential cage. Install pinion shaft without lock pin.
- Using dial indicator, measure backlash between pinion and side gear. If backlash is not as specified in SIDE GEAR & PINION BACKLASH SPECIFICATIONS table, adjust by selecting side gear thrust washers of different thickness.
- For 194-mm ring gear, thrust washers are available in thicknesses of .039", .041" and .043" (1.00, 1.05 and 1.10 mm). For 220-mm ring gear, thrust washers are available in increments of .004" (.1 mm) in thicknesses of .031-.051" (.08-1.30 mm). Ensure both sides are equally shimmed. Once backlash is correct, install pinion shaft lock pin.
SIDE GEAR & PINION BACKLASH SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | In. (mm) |
|---|---|
| 8.66" (220 mm) Ring Gear | .005-.007 (.13-.18) |
| 9.61" (244 mm) Ring Gear | .005-.008 (.12-.20) |
NOTE:
Lubricate all internal drive axle components before assembly.