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Differential Assembly

Carrier Type Integral
Ring Gear Pinion Backlash Method Shims Inch (in)
Adjustment .005-.008 Inch (in)
Pinion Bearing Preload Method Spacer
New Bearings 24-32 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Note: Use inch-pound torque wrench on pinion shaft nut.
Used Bearings 8-12 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Note: Use inch-pound torque wrench on pinion shaft nut.
Differential Bearing Preload Method Shims
New Bearings .008 Inch (in)
Note: Slip fit plus 0.004 inch additional preload per side.
Used Bearings .008 Inch (in)
Note: Slip fit plus 0.004 inch additional preload per side.