Differential Case

U660E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE: DIFFERENTIAL CASE: INSPECTION

1. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR BACKLASH

(a) Hold the differential case in a vise between aluminum plates.





NOTICE:
Do not overtighten the vise.

(b) Place a dial indicator at a right angle to one of the side gear teeth.

(c) Hold the pinion gear in the differential case and measure the backlash of the side gear.

Standard backlash:

0.05 to 0.15 mm (0.00197 to 0.00591 in.)

Thrust Washer Thickness





If the backlash is not within the standard range, select another side gear thrust washer.