Drive Plate Runout Test

Measure drive plate runout. See Fig 1 . If runout exceeds .008" (.20 mm), or if ring gear is damaged, replace drive plate. If installing a new drive plate, note position of spacers. Torque to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .

Fig 1: Checking Drive Plate Runout

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