Carefully and thoroughly inspect all drive unit parts before
assembly. Thorough inspection of the drive parts for wear or stress with subsequent
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 of the parts for wear. Replace the parts as necessary. |
