Limited-Slip Carrier Pre-Disassemble Inspection

1. Secure differential case assembly in a vise so differential side gear (right) is facing upward as shown.

Fig.58 Differential Case Assembly Mounting In Vise:

2. Insert a 0.0012 inch (.03 mm) feeler gauge at two places (diagonally) between differential case B and thrust washer. Do not insert feeler gauge in oil groove of differential case B.

Fig.59 Feeler Gauge Insertion Into Differential Case:

3. Insert side gear holding tool No. MB990990, or equivalent, at spline part of differential case B (right) and ensure side gear rotates.

Fig.60 Differential Gear Backlash Check:

4. Insert a 0.0035 inch (.09 mm) feeler gauge to replace 0.0012 inch (.03mm) feeler gauge.
5. Insert side gear holding tool No. MB990990, or equivalent, at spline part of differential case B (right) and ensure side gear does not rotate
6. Differential gear backlash (clearance in thrust direction of side gear) should be within 0.0012-0.0035 inch (.03 mm-0.09 mm). If clearance in the thrust direction of the side gear is within standard value range, backlash of differential gear is normal.
7. If clearance in thrust direction of side gear is not within specification, remove differential case A and make adjustment by adjusting thickness of the thrust washer (left).