Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Thrust Screw


1. Remove carrier from stand and position with back face of hypoid or spiral bevel gear upward.
2. Remove thrust screw and locknut.
3. Install thrust screw and locknut and tighten thrust screw enough to locate thrust block firmly against back face of hypoid gear.
4. Loosen thrust screw 1/4 turn and lock securely with nut.
5. Check to ensure minimum clearance of .10 inch during full rotation of bevel gear.