Front Differential Inspection
Front Differential InspectionReference: Front Differential Dismounting and Remounting: Front - H27 Engine Model
Reference: Front Differential Disassembly: Front - H27 Engine Model
^ Check universal joint flange for wear or damage.
^ Check bearings for wear or discoloration.
^ Check differential carrier for cracks.
^ Check pinion and bevel gear for wear or cracks.
^ Check differential side gears, differential pinion and pinion shaft for wear or damage.
^ Check differential side gear splines for wear or damage.
Differential Left Case
Check clutch for smooth movement by pushing plate of axle lock clutch fitted to differential left case.
Also, check return spring (1) for settling.
Check teeth of axle lock clutch (2) fitted to differential left case (1) for wear, damage, and any other abnormal condition.
Free Axle Hub
Check teeth of free axle hub (1) for wear, damage, and any other abnormal condition.
Axle Lock Actuator
Check if the gear of the axle lock actuator moves smoothly and the actuator expands (1) and contracts (2) by hand.
Actuator stroke (a): 3 mm (0.12 inch)