Limited Slip Differential Cleaning and Inspection

Limited Slip Differential Cleaning and Inspection




Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning (Safety Glasses Warning).

1. Clean all parts with an approved solvent.
2. Visually inspect all the parts for excessive wear or breakage. Replace the parts if necessary.
3. Inspect the pinion gear (111) and the side gear teeth (107) for any of the following conditions:

* Wear
* Cracks
* Scoring
* Spalling

4. Inspect the thrust washers for wear (112).
5. Inspect the fit of the side gears (107) on the axle shafts.
6. Inspect the differential case (104, 105) for cracks and scoring.

Note: The differential case is serviced as an assembly and not serviced separately.

7. Inspect the differential case for damage or excessive wear.