Drive Pinion: Adjustment: Backlash

1. Install a bolt to the companion flange.
2. Fit a dial indicator onto the bolt.
   Fig 1: Fitting Dial Indicator Onto Bolt

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3. Measure the circumference backlash of the companion flange, and make sure it satisfies the standard below.

Backlash : Refer to  "BACKLASH ".

• If measured value is out of the specification, disassemble it to check and adjust each part.