.0043" (.09-.11 mm). Minimum backlash at any point is .002" (.05 mm). Difference between minimum
and maximum backlash at 4 measuring points should not exceed .0028" (.07 mm).
4. To set differential bearing preload, tighten adjustment screws equally until distance between measuring
points on carrier bearing caps is within specification. See Fig. 12
and DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER
DIMENSIONS .
5. Ensure backlash did not change when preload was set. Tighten side bearing cap bolts. Check ring gear
tooth patterns. See GEAR TOOTH CONTACT PATTERNS
article in the GENERAL
INFORMATION section.
DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER DIMENSIONS
(1)
DIFFERENTIAL LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
(1)
ApplicationIn. (mm)
B2200 & B2600i
"M" Differential7.300-7.303 (185.43-185.50)
"P" Differential8.048-8.051 (204.43-204.50)
Miata5.885-5.913 (149.48-150.19)
MPV 4WD
Front7.275-7.303 (184.78-185.50)
Rear8.022-8.051 (203.78-204.50)
Protege 4WD
Rear Differential5.910-5.913 (150.13-150.20)
RX7
Non-Turbo7.300-7.306 (185.43-185.59)
Turbo8.048-8.051 (204.43-204.50)
9298.023-8.051 (203.78-204.50)
(1)See Fig. 12 for measuring point.
ApplicationSpecification
Above 0° F (-18° C)GL-5/SAE 90w
Below 0° F (-18° C)GL-5/SAE 80w
(1)Fill to lower edge of filler plug hole.
1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata
1990-91 DRIVE AXLES Differentials & Drive Axles - 929, B2200, B2600i, MX-5 Miata, MPV, Protege & RX-7
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