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Rear Differential Assembly: Notes

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WARNING:
  • The engine stand is equipped with a self-lock mechanism, however, if the rear differential is in a tilted condition, the self-lock mechanism could become inoperative. If the rear differential unexpectedly rotates it could cause injury, therefore do not maintain the rear differential in a tilted condition. When turning the rear differential, grasp the rotation handle firmly.
CAUTION:
  • Clean away the old sealant before applying the new sealant.
  • Install the rear cover before the applied sealant starts to harden.
  • Allow the sealant to set at least 30 minutes after installation before filling the differential with the specified oil.
  1. Assemble in the order indicated in the table.
    Fig 1: Rear Differential Assembly Components With Torque Specification
    G12234205Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

    1 Gear case
    2 Side bearing
    (See Side Bearing Assembly Note .)
    3 Thrust washer
    (See Thrust washer Assembly Note .)
    4 Side gear
    5 Thrust washer
    6 Pinion gear
    7 Pinion shaft
    8 Pin
    9 Ring gear
    (See Ring Gear Assembly Note .)
    10 Differential carrier
    11 Bearing outer race
    (See Bearing Outer Race Assembly Note .)
    12 Spacer
    (See Spacer, Bearing Inner Race Assembly Note .)
    13 Bearing inner race (rear bearing)
    (See Spacer, Bearing Inner Race Assembly Note .)
    14 Bearing inner race (front bearing)
    (See Spacer, Bearing Inner Race Assembly Note .)
    15 Collapsible spacer
    16 Drive pinion
    17 Locknut
    (See Locknut Assembly Note .)
    18 Adjusting shim (LH)
    (See Adjusting Shim Assembly Note .)
    19 Spacer
    20 Rear differential component
    21 Adjusting shim (RH)
    (See Adjusting Shim Assembly Note .)
    22 Rear cover
    (See Rear Cover Assembly Note .)
    23 Differential oil temperature sensor
    24 Oil seal (Side gear)
    (See Oil Seal (Side gear) Assembly Note .)
    25 Oil seal (Coupling component)
    (See Oil Seal (Coupling component) Assembly Note .)
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