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C205 Axle

Axle Type Semi-Floating Hypoid
Lubricant SAE Thermally Stable 80W-90
Lube Capacity 3.5 pts.
Axle Ratio 3.55, 3.92
Bearing Preload 0.008
Side Gear Clearance 0 - 0.006
Ring Gear Diameter 7.562
Ring Gear Backlash 0.005 - 0.008
Pinion Std. Depth 3.925 in.
Bearing Pre-Load Original Bearing 10 - 20
Bearing Pre-Load New Bearing 15 - 22
Cover- Bolt 15
Bearing Cap Bolt 45
Nut, Pinion 200 - 350
Bolt, Ring Gear 70 - 90