6-12
GC035
2. Zero the dial indicator; then push the ring gear
toward the dial indicator and release. End-play
should be 0.004-0.008 in.
3. To increase end-play, decrease the shim thickness.
To decrease end-play, increase the shim thickness.
NOTE: Once proper backlash and end play are
established, the gear case can be assembled (see
Assembling Differential Assembly in this sub-sec-
tion).
Assembling Differential Assembly
1. With the pinion gear and new bearings installed,
place the selected (backlash) shim on the gear case
side of the ring gear with the chamfered side toward
the ring gear; then install into gear case/differential
housing.
GC031A
GC020
2. Place the selected (end-play) shim, chamfered side
toward the gear, onto the cover side of the ring gear.
GC036B
NOTE: The spider and ring gear assembly must
be replaced as a complete unit.
3. Assemble the fork and sliding collar into the cover
assembly; then install the left bearing flange/bearing
assembly and seat firmly into the cover.
CF266A
CF267A
4. Apply a liberal coat of grease to the O-ring; then
install it on the assembled cover assembly making
sure to seat the O-ring completely down around the
circumference of the bearing flange.
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