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against differential case flanges. Locate tip of indicator on flat surface of one ring gear bolt. Force differential case toward dial indicator as far as
possible and zero dial indicator with force still applied. Dial indicator should have a minimum of 0.200 inch. Force differential case away from
dial indicator as far as it will go. Repeat this procedure until same reading is obtained. Record dial indicator reading as measurement "A on a work
sheet for calculating ring gear backlash and differential bearing preload shims. This reading indicates amount of shims needed behind differential
side bearings to take up total clearance between differential bearing cup and carrier. This reading will be used during a Pinion & Ring Gear
Backlash Inspection.
10. Remove differential case from carrier. Do not remove differential case bearings at this time.
