Tahoe 4WD V8-393 6.5L DSL Turbo VIN S (1995)
does not provide the specified zero to 0.006 inch clearance, RH side gear can be shimmed to provide proper thrust block clearance as long as side
gear backlash is maintained within the specified 0.002-0.010 inch.
Differential Case Assembly
1. Install four clutch pack guide clips on cam gear clutch pack, using heavy grease to retain clips.
Fig. 8 Exploded View Of Eaton Locking Differential.
2. Install cam gear assembly along with shim in flange end of case,
Fig. 8. If cam gear has been replaced, perform shim selection procedure
prior to installation.
3. Install four guide clips on assembled side gear clutch pack using grease to retain clips.
4. Install side gear assembly in case along with shim.
If side gear has been replaced, perform shim selection procedure prior to installation.
5. Lock axle shaft in vise with sufficient portion of spline protruding from vise to engage side gear, then mount case assembly on axle and engage
axle with side gear.
6. Install thrust washers on back of differential pinions using grease to adhere washers.
7. Install one pinion assembly through small case opening while simultaneously installing remaining pinion and thrust block through large opening.
8. Rotate assembly approximately 90° to position open side of thrust block toward small opening in case and pinions in proper installed position.
If
side gears and/or thrust block have been replaced, refer to Thrust Block Selection Procedure to ensure proper assembly clearances. Refer
to
Thrust Block Selection. See: Corporate and Eaton/7 1/2 - 8 5/8 Inch Ring Gear/Overhaul/Eaton/Locking/Thrust Block Selection
9. Insert pinion shaft ensuring that pinion thrust washers are properly positioned, then install new lock screw and
torque screw to 20 ft. lbs.
