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General Specifications

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Item Specification
Axle capacity conventional 2.37L (5.0 pt)
Axle capacity Traction-Lok 1.89L (4 pt) + 118 ml (4 oz) friction modifier (1)
Backlash Specifications 
Backlash between ring gear and pinion teeth 0.203-0.305 mm (0.008-0.012 in)
Differential case maximum runout 0.076 mm (0.003 in)
Pinion flange maximum radial runout in assembly 0.279 mm (0.011 in T.I.R.)
Ring gear maximum backlash variation between teeth 0.102 mm (0.004 in)
Rotational Torque Ranges 
Minimum breakaway torque (Traction-Lok) 27 Nm (20 lb-ft)
Pinion bearing preload 1.8-3.3 Nm (16-29 lb-in)
(1) Install friction modifier in axle before installing lubricant.