How are differentials and drive axles adjusted?
Differential Case Adjustments •The differential case can be adjusted side to side to provide proper backlash and side bearing preload •Some designs use threaded bearing adjusters •Some designs use selective shims and spacers for adjustments Transaxle Final Drive Features •The differential operates basically the same as in a RWD axle
How to disassemble a flathead Ford rear axle?
After removing the axle assembly, disassembly as follows. Unfasten the torque tube from the differential housing and slide the torque tube from the propeller (drive) shaft. Drive out the pin which fastens the propeller shaft to the pinion shaft and separate these parts.
How do you install a new rear axle?
Drive in a new lock pin and rivet the ends securely. Slide the torque tube over the propeller shaft and bolt the torque tube to the differential housing, using a new gasket between these parts. Reinstall the axle housing and torque tube assembly in the vehicle.
How do you mount a differential in a vise?
Mount the differential housing in a vise and pull the drive pinion and bearings from the housing as a unit. Unscrew the nuts from the pinion shaft, mount the pinion in a vise and pull the bearings and sleeve from the shaft.
Where is the differential located on a rear wheel drive car?
It is located on the rear axle of rear-wheel-drive vehicles, where the driveshaft meets the axle. The bulge in the axle houses the differential. On front-wheel drive vehicles, the differential is located at the end of the transverse-mounted engine. On a part-time 4-wheel drive, the front and rear differentials lock together when engaged.
After removing the axle assembly, disassembly as follows. Unfasten the torque tube from the differential housing and slide the torque tube from the propeller (drive) shaft. Drive out the pin which fastens the propeller shaft to the pinion shaft and separate these parts.
Drive in a new lock pin and rivet the ends securely. Slide the torque tube over the propeller shaft and bolt the torque tube to the differential housing, using a new gasket between these parts. Reinstall the axle housing and torque tube assembly in the vehicle.
Mount the differential housing in a vise and pull the drive pinion and bearings from the housing as a unit. Unscrew the nuts from the pinion shaft, mount the pinion in a vise and pull the bearings and sleeve from the shaft.