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Carrier Side Gears: Specifications

SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
Front:
Side Gear Backlash [1] less than 0.15 mm (0.0059 inch)
Rear:
Side Gear Backlash [1] less than 0.15 mm (0.0059 inch)
Turning Resistance [2] 34.3 - 39.2 N (7.7 - 8.8 lbs.)

[1]: Clearance between side gear and differential case.
[2]: Differential carrier assembly.