Before assembly, carefully and thoroughly inspect all drive
unit parts for wear or stress. Replacement of worn parts eliminates costly
drive component repair after assembly.
• | Inspect the pinion gear shaft for unusual wear. |
• | Inspect the pinion gear and the side gear teeth for wear, cracks,
scoring, and spalling. |
• | Inspect the thrust washers for wear. |
• | Inspect the fit of the side gears in the differential case. |
• | Inspect the fit of the side gears on the axle shafts. |
• | Inspect the differential case for cracks and scoring. |
• | Inspect all parts for wear. Replace parts as necessary. |