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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Generic 🢒 2004 🢒 Unit Repair 🢒 Driveline/Axle 🢒 Front Drive Axle 🢒 Backlash Inspection and Adjustment

Tools Required

    • J 45019 Flange and Pinion Cage Remover
    • J 8001 Dial Indicator Set

    Object Number: 1283564 Size: SH
  1. Remove 1 pinion housing bolt and install a long bolt from J 45019 .
  2. Install the bolt into the flange as shown.
  3. Install J 8001 as shown in order to check backlash.

    4. Object Number: 1283569 Size: SH
  4. Ensure that the dial indicator is positioned as shown on the bolt in flange for a proper reading.

    5. Specification
    The backlash is 4.06-6.60 mm (0.16-0.26 in).