Mountaineer 2WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (2000)
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Ring Gear: Specifications
Clearance, Tolerance and Adjustments
Maximum ring gear backface runout ............................................................................................................................................ 0.102 mm (0.004 inch)
Backlash between ring gear and pinion teeth
................................................................................................................................................................................................ 0.203 mm (0.008 inch)
................................................................................................................................................................................................ 0.381 mm (0.015 inch)
................................................................................................................................................................................................ 0.305 mm (0.012 inch)
................................................................................................................................................................................ 0.381 mm (0.015 inch) preferred
Maximum ring gear backlash variation between teeth .................................................................................................................. 0.102 mm (0.004 inch)
Torque Specifications
Ring gear bolts ........................................................................................................................................................................ 95-115 Nm (70-85 ft. lbs.)