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2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z

Axle Preload and Backlash Specifications

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Axle Preload and Backlash Specifications
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Axle Preload and Backlash Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Backlash 0.08-0.25 mm 0.003-0.010 in
Backlash (Preferred) 0.13-0.18 mm 0.005-0.007 in
Pinion Bearing Preload, New Bearings 1.7-3.4 N.m 15-30 lb in
Pinion Bearing Preload, Used Bearings 1.1-2.3 N.m 10-20 lb in
Pinion and Differential Case Bearing Preload, New Bearings 3.4-6.2 N.m 30-55 lb in
Pinion and Differential Case Bearing Preload, Used Bearings 2.8-5.1 N.m 25-45 lb in
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