Beginning With VIN #343314

PRE-INSPECTION
Before disassembling final drive, perform the following inspection.





- Total preload
a. Turn drive pinion in both directions several times to set bearing rollers.
b. Check total preload with Tool.
Tool number: ST3127SO00 (J25765-A)
Total preload: 1.2 - 2.3 Nm (12 - 23 kg-cm, 10 - 20 inch lbs.)





- Ring gear-to-drive pinion backlash.
Check backlash of ring gear with a dial indicator at several points.
Ring gear-to-drive pinion backlash: 0.13 - 0.18 mm (0.0051 - 0.0071 inch)





- Ring gear runout Check runout of ring gear with a dial indicator.
Runout limit: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch)
- Tooth contact
Check tooth contact. Refer to Adjustment. Adjustment





- Side gear-to-pinion mate gear backlash Measure clearance between side gear thrust washer and differential case with a feeler gauge.
Clearance between side gear thrust washer and differential case: Less than 0.15 mm (0.0059 inch)