Differential Case

U660E AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE: DIFFERENTIAL CASE: INSPECTION

INSPECTION

1. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR BACKLASH





(a) Hold the differential case in a vise between aluminum plates.
NOTE:
Do not overtighten the vise.

(b) Place a dial indicator on the tip of the side gear tooth at a right angle.
(c) Hold the pinion gear in the differential case and measure the backlash of the side gear.
Standard backlash:
0 to 0.15 mm (0 to 0.0059 in.)

Thrust washer thickness





If the backlash is greater than the standard range, select another side gear thrust washer.