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Differential Assembly

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash Method Shim
Adjustment .002-.008 Inch (in)
Note: Side gear backlash.
Pinion Bearing Preload Method Spacer & Shims
New Bearing 8.7-13.9 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Used Bearing 4.3-6.9 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Differential Bearing Preload Method shim
New Bearing Exc. All-Trac 2.5- 3.5 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Note: Total preload, add this to drive pinion preload.
w/All-Trac 2.6- 4.3 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Used Bearing 1.3-1.7 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Note: Total preload, add this to drive pinion preload.