- Clean all of the parts using an approved solvent.
- Visually inspect all the parts for excessive wear or breakage.
Replace the parts if necessary.
- Inspect the pinion gear and the side gear teeth for any of the
following conditions:
- Inspect the thrust washer for wear.
- Inspect the fit of the side gears on the axle shafts.
- Inspect the differential case for cracks and scoring.
Important: Do not replace the thrust sleeve unless necessary.
- Inspect the thrust sleeve for excessive wear.
- Inspect the side gear bore for scoring. If scoring is present,
replace the entire differential.
- Replace the differential if you find any damage to the case.
