Differential: Testing and Inspection
INSPECTIONCheck the differential case for:
^ Damaged or worn gears.
^ Cracked or damaged gear case.
BACKLASH
Check the side gear and pinion backlash using the following procedure:
1. Install the LH front wheel driveshaft and joint and RH front wheel driveshaft and joint into the differential.
2. Support the front wheel driveshaft and joints on V-blocks.
3. Use Dial Indicator With Bracketry T50T-4201-C or equivalent to measure the backlash of both pinion gears.
4. If the backlash is more than allowable, select a thrust washer with a different thickness.
Backlash: 0.050-0.150 mm (0.0020-0.0059 inch)