Rear Axle - 210RII

DESCRIPTION




198/210 MM RII Axle Section View







The 210 MM RII (Rear-Independent-Iron) axle is an independent assembly with a cast iron housing and differential. The 210 MM RII uses an open differential which is supported by two tapered roller bearings located on either side of the case. Differential bearing preload and ring gear backlash are controlled with select snap-rings located on the outside of the differential bearing cups. Pinion height is set with a select shim located under the rear pinion bearing cup.


The 210 MM axle is available only in V8 engine-equipped models with a 2.82:1 gear ratio.





198/210 MM Axle Components







AXLE IDENTIFICATION


The 210 MM axle utilizes a barcoded label which is adhered to the top of the axle housing as shown. The following information is found on the identification label:

- Traceability Code (Plant Use)
- Axle Part Number
- Axle Gear Ratio




210 MM Axle Identification Tag