Eaton Axle and Brake Service Manual. 2-Speed and Double ...

Drive AxleOverhaulADJUSTMENTAdjust Ring Gear BacklashIMPORTANT: Check backlash asbelow and adjust if necessary.described1. Measure backlash with a dial indicator.The indicator should be positioned on aring gear tooth, at the extreme heel end,perpendicular to the tooth surface.BACKLASH SPECIFICATIONS (Normal)New Gearing:Early Axle Series 15 through 18Late Axle Models 15040T/P through 19055T/P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.006"-0.016" (0.15-0.41mm)Early Axle Series 21 through 35Late Axle Models 21065T/P through 35055T/P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.008"-0.018" (0.20-0.46mm)NOTE: For new gearing, check ring gear backlash after each shim changeand adjust if necessary.Used Gearing: Reset to normal backlash recorded before disassembly.To REMOVE backlash: Loosen the adjusteron the teeth side of the ring gear severalnotches. Tighten the opposite adjuster onenotch.Return to adjuster on teeth side of ring gearand tighten adjuster until it contacts thebearing cup. Continue tightening the sameadjuster 2 or 3 notches. Recheck backlash.To ADD backlash: Loosen the adjuster onthe teeth side of the ring gear severalnotches. Loosen the opposite adjusterone notch.Return to adjuster on teeth side of ring gearand tighten adjuster until it contacts thebearing cup. Continue tightening the sameadjuster 2 or 3 notches. Recheck backlash.Section 327