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Mount dial indicator and zero with 1.0 mm preload.

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Move differential up and down and record play shown on dial indicator (Example: 0.70 mm).

Determining shim thickness 

The specified bearing preload is obtained by adding a constant figure (0 - 40 mm) to the reading.

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Remove transmission housing and pull tapered roller bearing outer race out.

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Insert shims of correct thickness, thickest shim first.

The following shims are available:

If the size of shim required is larger than those listed in the table, insert two shims totalling the correct figure.
Verifying shim tolerances make it possible to obtain the exact thickness required.
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Drive-in outer race again and install transmission housing.

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