Toro Groundsmaster 3280-D Service Manual page 409

Inspecting the Differential Gear Assembly (continued)
Installing the Differential Gear Assembly (4-Wheel Drive Axle)
Groundsmaster ® 3280-D/3320
05138SL Rev B
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1. Pinion shaft
2. Measure the differential pinion shaft outer diameter and the pinion gear inner
diameter to determine the pinion shaft to pinion gear clearance
Replace the components as necessary.
Pinion shaft to pinion gear clearance: 0.03 to 0.25 mm (0.001 to 0.010 inch)
Pinion shaft outer diameter (factory specification): 13.97 to 13.98 mm (0.550
to 0.551 inch)
Pinion gear inner diameter (factory specification): 14.00 to 14.02 mm (0.551
to 0.552 inch)
3. Inspect all the gears, shafts, bearings, cases, and covers for damage and
wear. Replace the components as necessary.
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1. Vise
Figure 279
2. Pinion gear
Figure 280
2. Differential gear case
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(Figure 279).
3. Dial indicator
Drive Axles: Service and Repairs