Final Drive
Preload Adjustment
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After
install the proper retainer
lock tab. There are two types.
gear aSlsernbly, gear case cover, and
hRl~rll1in
Install the
Install the
retainer.
gear ass:emlbly
11
gear shaft.
the Or€ilOclCl irlspect:ion tool onto the
and Pinion Preload:
the wire around the tool groove and attach a
scale. Measure the
force needed to turn the
shaft in the normal direction of rotation.
NOTE: Use this
whenever the
retainer is removed, or iffinal gear ass:errlbly preilosld
checked.
NOTE: Force
to
movement
may
exceed
or loosen the
the correct oreload.
Recheck gear
prE~load.
gear retainer as recluil'ed to obtain
11-12