Outback L.L.Bean Edition AWD F6-3.0L (2002)
Gear: Testing and Inspection
INSPECTION
1. Bearings
Replace bearings in the following cases:
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Broken or rusty bearings
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Worn or damaged
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Bearings that fail to turn smoothly or make abnormal noise when turned after gear oil lubrication.
2. Drive gear
Replace drive gear in the following cases:
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If their tooth surfaces and shaft are excessively broken or damaged.
3. Measure clearance between snap ring and inner race of ball bearing with a thickness gauge.
Clearance: 0.01 - 0.15 mm (0.0004 - 0.0059 inch)
If the measurement is not within the specification, select suitable snap ring.
