FRONT AXLE
M8540Narrow, M9540Narrow, WSM
N6-S5
[3] SERVICING
Turning Torque of Spiral Bevel Pinion Shaft (Pinion Shaft Only)
1. Install the spiral bevel pinion shaft assembly only to the front
axle case.
2. Measure the turning torque of spiral bevel pinion shaft.
3. If the turning torque is not within the factory specifications,
adjust with the lock nut (1).
• After turning torque adjustment, be sure to stake the lock
nut.
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Front Bracket and Rear Bracket Bushing
1. Visually inspect the DX bushings (2) and (4) for signs of wear or
damage. (The DX bushing tends to show concentrated wear.)
2. If the DX bushing is worn beyond the alloy portion "L", replace
it.
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Turning torque of spiral
bevel pinion shaft
Factory specification
1.43 to 1.56 N·m
0.145 to 0.160 kgf·m
1.05 to 1.15 lbf·ft
(1) Lock Nut
Front bracket and rear
bracket bushing
Alloy thickness "L"
0.57 mm
0.0224 in.
Rear differential case
boss O.D.
Factory specification
89.965 to 90.000 mm
3.5420 to 3.5433 in.
Front differential case
boss O.D.
Factory specification
59.97 to 60.000 mm
2.3611 to 2.3622 in.
(1) Front Bracket
(2) Front Bracket Bushing
(3) Rear Bracket Boss
(4) Rear Bracket Bushing
(5) Rear Bracket
(6) Front Bracket Boss
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