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Front Drive Axle/Differential

Adjustments and Tolerances
Backlash between ring gear and pinion 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 inch)
Maximum ring gear backlash variation 0.05 mm (0.002 inch)

Torque Specifications
Bolt retaining the ring gear to the differential case (model 50) 136 Nm (100 ft. lbs.)
Bolt retaining the ring gear to the differential case (model 60) 183 Nm (135 ft. lbs.)