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3. Put matching mark on the end of drive pinion. The matching 
mark should be in line with the matching mark A on companion
flange. 
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INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Clean up the disassembled parts. Then, inspect if the parts are worn o

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2. Using feeler gauge, measure the clearance between side gear 
back and differential case at 3 different points, while rotating
side gear.

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4. Install bearing caps in their correct locations and tighten bearing 
cap mounting bolts to the s

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Pinion front bearing; make sure the J-34309-3 pinion front 
bearing seat is secured tightly against the J-34309-2 gauge
anvil. Then turn t

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7. Place the J-34309-11 “R200A” pinion height adapter onto the 
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12. Select the correct pinion height adjusting washer. Refer to RFD-37, "Pinion Height Adjusting Washer" . 
13. Remove the J-34309 differen

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3. Install selected drive pinion height adjusting washer to drive pin- 
ion. Press pinion rear bear