HYPOID Gear Backlash

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Adjust the backlash by turning the side retainer in the RH side case.

ST 18630AA010 WRENCH COMPL RETAINER

Fig 1: Adjusting Backlash By Rotating Side Retainer In RH Side Case

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NOTE: Each time the side retainer rotates by one notch (A), the backlash changes by 0.05 mm (0.0020 in).

Fig 2: Identifying Retainer Rotates Notch Backlash

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