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Axle Assembly Specifications

AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS

Application In. (mm)
Axle Shaft End Play .002-.004 (.05-.10)
Max. Axle Drive Flange Runout .003 (.07)
Pinion Bearing Ring Gear-to-Pinion Gear Backlash .0024-.0051 (.07-.13)
Side Gear-to-Thrust Washer Play .001-.004 (.03-.10)
Ft. Lbs. (N.m) 
Limited Slip Differential Slip Torque
325, 325e & 325es 22-36 (30-50)
735i & L7 80-94 (110-130)
All Other Models 36-54 (50-75)