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With Integral or Split Carrier

Carrier Type Integral Split
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash Method Shim Sleeve
Adjustment
Note: Side gear backlash.
.005-.009 Inch (in).005-.007 Inch (in)
Pinion Bearing Preload Method Spacer Spacer
New Bearing
Note: Measured with torque wrench at pinion flange nut.
24-32 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)15-25 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Used Bearing
Note: Measured with torque wrench at pinion flange nut.
8-12 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)---
Differential Bearing Preload Method Shim ---
New Bearing --- ---
Used Bearing --- ---