Differential Case: Inspection

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INSPECT FRONT DIFFERENTIAL PINION THRUST WASHER
1. Using a micrometer, measure the thickness of the front differential pinion thrust washer.
  Minimum thickness:
  
  0.94 mm (0.03701 in.)
  
  If the thickness is less than the minimum, replace the front differential pinion thrust washer.
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Thickness Of Front Differential Pinion Thrust Washer Using Micrometer
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INSPECT FRONT DIFFERENTIAL PINION SHAFT NO.1
1. Using a micrometer, measure the outer diameter of front differential pinion shaft No. 1.
  Minimum outer diameter:
  
  16.982 mm (0.6685 in.)
  
  If the outer diameter is less than the minimum, replace front differential pinion shaft No. 1.
  
  Fig 2: Measuring Outer Diameter Of Front Differential Pinion Shaft No. 1 Using Micrometer
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