Front Differential Carrier

Differential Carrier:

INSPECTION
1. Check runout of companion flange. Using a dial indicator, measure the vertical and lateral runout of the companion flange. If the runout is greater than the maximum, replace the companion flange.

Maximum runout: 0.10 mm (0.0039 inch)





2. Check ring gear backlash. Using SST 09564-32011 and a dial indicator, measure the ring gear backlash. If the backlash is not within the specification, adjust the side bearing preload or repair as necessary.

Backlash: 0.13 - 0.18 mm (0.0051 - 0.0071 inch)

3. Measure drive pinion preload. Using a torque wrench, measure the preload of backlash between the drive pinion and ring gear.

Preload (at starting): 0.6 - 1.0 Nm (5.2 - 8.7 inch lbs.)





4. Check total preload. Using a torque wrench, measure the preload with the teeth of the drive pinion and ring gear in contact. If necessary, disassemble and inspect the differential.

Total preload (at starting):
Drive pinion preload plus 0.4 - 0.6 Nm (3.5 - 5.2 inch lbs.)