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Differential Assembly

Carrier Type Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash Method Shims
Adjustment
Note: Side gear backlash.
.006-.008 Inch (in)
Pinion Bearing Preload Method See Note
Note: Tighten pinion shaft nut with inch-pound torque wrench.
New Bearing 20-25 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Used Bearing 10-15 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Differential Bearing Preload Method Shims
New Bearing 35-40 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Used Bearing 20-25 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)