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Transfer Gear Backlash Measurement

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  1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is supported securely.
  2. Shift the transmission into N.
  3. Make a reference mark (A) across the propeller shaft (B) and the transfer companion flange (C).
    Fig 1: Locating Reference Mark On Propeller Shaft And Transfer Companion Flange
    G08057770Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Separate the propeller shaft from the transfer companion flange.
  5. Set a dial indicator (A) on the transfer companion flange (B); position the dial indicator tip (C) on the direct extension of the bolt hole center (D).
    Fig 2: Positioning Dial Indicator Tip (C) On Direct Extension Of Bolt Hole Center
    G08057771Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Measure the transfer gear backlash.

    Standard: 0.06-0.16 mm (0.0024-0.0063 in) 

  7. If the transfer gear backlash is out of the standard, replace the transfer assembly.
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