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Backlash Inspection

Backlash Inspection
1. Install the driveshaft and intermediate shaft into the differential assembly.





2. Carefully clamp the driveshaft (A) in a vise (B).
3. Place the intermediate shaft (C) on V-block (D), then fix the intermediate shaft using a vise or equivalent (E).
4. Measure the backlash of final driven gear (F) with a dial indicator (G). If the backlash is not within the standard, replace the differential carrier.
Standard (New): 0.4 - 1.3 mm (0.016 - 0.051 inch)