Front Differential Assembly: Inspection

Check each component for scratches, damage or other faults.
Check the pinion gear backlash with ST1 and ST2.
Preparation tool:

ST1: MAGNET BASE (498247001)

ST2: DIAL GAUGE (498247100)

Specification:

0.13 - 0.18 mm (0.0051 - 0.0071 in)

Fig 1: Checking Pinion Gear Backlash
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Measure the hypoid gear backlash, and then adjust it to be within specification. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION(TR580)>Front Differential Assembly>ADJUSTMENT .