Talon AWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC Turbo (1991)
Differential Carrier: Service and Repair
Ex. Limited Slip
Predisassembly Inspection
Fig. 28 Positioning Differential Carrier In Working Base
1. Support working base in a vise, and attach differential carrier to working base.
Fig. 29 Final Drive Gear Backlash Measurement
2. Check final drive gear backlash as follows:
a. Lock drive pinion in place, then mount dial indicator as shown.
b. Measure backlash at four points or more on the circumference of the drive gear. Backlash should be within 0.004-0.006 inch.
Fig. 30 Drive Gear Runout Measurement
3. Mount dial indicator as shown, then measure drive gear runout at the shoulder on the reverse side of drive gear. Runout should not exceed 0.002
inch.