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Differential Assembly: Disassembly

  1. Before disassembling differential assembly, check side gear backlash. Place differential assembly on "V" blocks with both axle shafts installed.
  2. Install dial indicator with stem resting against pinion gear. See Figure . Check side gear backlash. Side gear backlash should be .002-.006" (.05-.15 mm). If side gear backlash is not within specification, replace differential carrier.
  3. If replacing differential bearings, use bearing puller to remove differential bearings from differential carrier. Remove bolts and ring gear.
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