Checking/Adjusting Backlash - BMW R 1100 S Repair Manual

Checking/adjusting backlash

33 2 604
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Secure measuring device, BMW No. 33 2 600,
with dial gauge to crown wheel and secure to
housing with the knurled screw.
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Secure measuring arm, BMW No. 33 2 604, cen-
trally to crown wheel.
•
Using the balls of your hands, press the crown
wheel into the housing and turn it to and fro to
check tooth backlash.
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Note:
Check tooth backlash at three points 120 degrees
apart; turn the bevel pinion with the crown wheel.
33.12
33 2 600
S330110
90
S3300120
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Compensate for excessive backlash by inserting
a thinner shim washer, and for insufficient back-
lash by inserting a thicker shim washer (1).
Backlash:
(adjust without oil)
....................... 0.07...0.16 mm (0.0027...0.0063 in)
1
S3300100