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For 1990-2009 cars only

Application

Specification

Metric

English

Differential Assembly Backlash

  • Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Backlash

0.13-0.23 mm

0.005-0.009 in

Drive Pinion Bearing Preload

  • Rotating Torque with New Bearings and New Oil Seal

1.7-3.4 N·m

15-30 lb in

  • Rotating Torque with Used Bearings and New Oil Seal

1.0-1.7 N·m

10-15 lb in

Total Preload with Carrier Installed

  • Rotating Torque with New Bearings and New Oil Seal

3.6-6.2 N·m

32-55 lb in

  • Rotating Torque with Used Bearings and New Oil Seal

1.8-3.1 N·m

16-28 lb in