Axle Assembly Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1993 Mercury Cougar, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII, and 1993 Ford Thunderbird. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Differential Case Runout | .003" (.08 mm) | |
| Maximum Ring Gear Backlash Variation Between Teeth | .004" (.10 mm) | |
| Nominal Pinion Shim Thickness | .030" (.76 mm) | |
| Pinion Bearing Preload (w/ Oil Seal) | ||
| New Bearings | 16-29 INCH Lbs. (1.8-3.3 N.m) | |
| Original Bearings | 8-14 INCH Lbs. (.9-1.6 N.m) | |
| Pinion Gear Thrust Washer Thickness | .030-.032" (.76-.81 mm) | |
| Ring Gear Backlash | .008-.015" (.20-.38 mm) | |
| Ring Gear Runout (Maximum) | .004" (.10 mm) | |
| Side Gear Thrust Washer Thickness | .030-.032" (.76-.81 mm) | |