Santa Fe GLS V6-2.7L (2002)
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After adjustment, check that the backlash is within the limit and the differential gear rotates smoothly.
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When adjustment is impossible, replace the side gear and the pinion gear as a set.
6. Installation of the lock pin
a. Align the pinion shaft lock pin hole with the differential case lock pin hole, and drive in the lock pin.
b. Fix the lock pin in place by staking two points around the lock pin hole with a punch.
7. Installation of the drive gear
a. Clean the drive gear attaching bolts.
b. Remove the adhesive on the threaded holes of the drive gear use a tap (M10 1.25), and then clean the threaded holes with compressed air.
c. Apply the specified adhesive to the threaded holes of the drive gear.
Specified adhesive: LOCTITE #262 or equivalent
d. Install the drive gear in the differential case with the matchmarks properly aligned. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque (800 - 900 kg.cm)
in a diagonal sequence.
8. Press the side bearing inner race.
ADJUSTMENT OF FINAL DRIVE GEAR BACKLASH
Adjust the final drive gear backlash according to the following procedures: