C 1500 Suburban 2WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1996)
Fig. 10 Gear Tooth Contact Inspection
13.
Examine gear tooth contact pattern, referring to
Fig. 12, and correct assembly adjustments as needed.
14.
When proper gear tooth contact pattern has been established, install axle shafts, then torque pinion shaft lock screw to 20 ft. lbs.
15.
Install rear cover and new gasket and fill axle with specified lubricant.
Side Bearing Preload & Backlash
PINION DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
Fig. 9 Pinion Depth Gauge Installation
If original ring gear and pinion assembly and rear pinion bearing are to be reused, original depth adjusting shim can be used. However, if
ring gear and pinion or rear pinion bearing requires replacement, pinion depth must be adjusted using following procedures.
1.
Install pinion bearing races to be used in housing using suitable driver.
