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General Specifications
2009 Ford RV Cutaway 6.8 SSECTION General Specifications
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Clearance, Tolerance and Adjustments | |
| Differential pinion gear thrust washer thickness | 0.762-0.813 mm (0.030-0.032 in) |
| Differential side gear thrust washer thickness | 0.762-0.813 mm (0.030-0.032 in) |
| Maximum axle shaft end play | 0.762 mm (0.030 in) |
| Maximum differential case runout | 0.076 mm (0.003 in) |
| Pinion bearing preload | 1.8-3.3 N.m (16-29 lb-in) |
| Pinion flange runout | 0.25 mm (0.010 in) T.I.R. |
| Ring gear backlash | 0.203-0.304 mm (0.008-0.012 in) |
| Variation between teeth maximum backlash | 0.102 mm (0.004 in) |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.