Backlash Inspection

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Install the driveshaft and intermediate shaft into the differential assembly, and place the axles on V-blocks (A).

Fig 1: Installing Driveshaft And Intermediate Shaft Into Differential Assembly
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Measure the backlash of the pinion gears (B) with a dial indicator (C).
Standard: 0.05-0.15 mm (0.002-0.006 in)
If the backlash is out of standard, replace the differential carrier (see CARRIER BEARING REPLACEMENT ).