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2016 workshop · Driveline

Ring Gear Backlash Adjustment

205-02 Rear Drive Axle-Differential

2016 MustangReference 2,693 / 6,619HTML edition
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Ring Gear Backlash Adjustment — original illustration 1, reference 2693Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

8. Tighten the C-Clamp until the housing spreads 0.020” / 0.50mm.

Ring Gear Backlash Adjustment — original illustration 2, reference 2693Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

9. With the dial indicator removed. Position a wood block on the housing sealing surface. Using the tire lever, block of wood and a wrench remove the differential carrier, differential carrier bearing cups and the differential shims. Use the General Equipment: Tire Lever Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block

Source reference 2693

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