Installing differential pinion gears and side gears - transmissions with springs behind axle flanges

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Lubricate one-piece thrust washer with transmission oil and install.

Fig 1: Installing Differential Pinion Gears And Side
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Install both side gears and secure (e.g. with axle flange).
Install pinion gears, turned 180°, and pivot into position.
Push in pinion gear shaft (arrow -A-) as far as first pinion gear.
Position threaded piece (arrow -B-) in side gears.
- Installation position: step toward sun wheel
Drive pinion gear shaft into final position and secure with spring pin.