Inspection

INSPECTION BEFORE DISASSEMBLY

Differential Gear Backlash Check





1. Hold the limited slip differential case assembly in a vice with the differential side gear (R.H.) up.

CAUTION: When the limited slip differential case is held in a vice, do not tighten excessively.





2. Install two 0.03 mm (0.001 inch) feeler gauges diagonally between the differential case (B) and the thrust washer (R.H.).

CAUTION: Do not insert the feeler gauge in the oil groove provided in the differential case (B).





3. Insert the special tool in the splined portion of the differential side gear (R.H.) and make sure that the side gear (R.H.) turns.
4. Relace the feeler gauges with 0.09 mm (0.004 inch) feeler gauges.
5. Insert the special tool in the splined portion of the differential side gear (R.H.) and make sure that the side gear (R.H.) does not turn.

Standard value: Differential gear backlash 0.03 - 0.09 mm (0.001 - 0.004 inch)

NOTE: The differential gear backlash is normal if the side gear clearance in the direction of thrust is within the standard value.








6. If the side gear clearance in the direction of thrust is not within the standard value, remove the differential case (A) and adjust be means of thrust washer (L.H.).

NOTE: The thrust washers (L.H.) are available in a kit. Select one appropriate thrust washer from among 11 washers.