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HYPOID Gear Backlash

Set ST1 and ST2. Insert the needle through transmission oil drain plug hole so that the needle comes in contact with the tooth surface at a right angle and check the backlash.

ST1 498247001 MAGNET BASE

ST2 498247100 DIAL GAUGE

ST3 498255400 PLATE

Backlash: 

  1. 0.13 - 0.18 mm (0.0051 - 0.0071 in) 
    Fig 1: Measuring Hypoid Gear Backlash
    G02037320
NOTE: If backlash is outside specified range, adjust it by turning holder in right side case.