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Differential Case

  1. After applying differential oil to side gear (4), pinions (5), pinion shafts, washer, thrust washer (2) and spring washer (1), install them in differential left case (3).

    For correct installing direction of thrust washer (2) and spring washer (1), refer to the figure.

    Fig 1: Installing Side Gear, Pinions, Pinion Shafts, Washer, Thrust Washer & Spring Washer In Differential Left Case
    G01356852Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  2. When installing pinion shaft No.2 (2) (shorter) into differential case and pinion, insert its "a" side into pinion joint (1).
    NOTE: "a" is longer than "b". ("a" > "b")
    Fig 2: Installing Pinion Shaft No. 2
    G01356853Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  3. Check pinion gear (1) for smooth rotation.
    Fig 3: Checking Pinion Gear Rotation
    G01356854Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  4. In the same manner as described in Step 1), install thrust washer (2), spring washer (1) and side gear (4).
    Fig 4: Installing Thrust Washer, Spring Washer & Side Gear
    G01356855Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  5. Install differential right case (1) and then tighten bolts to specified torque.

    "A":  Cement 99000-32020

    Tightening torque 

    Differential case bolt (a):  41 N.m (4.1 kg-m, 30.0 lb-ft)

    Fig 5: Installing Differential Right Case
    G01356856Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  6. Put bevel gear on differential case (1) and fasten them with bolts (2) by tightening them to specified torque. Use thread lock cement for bolts (2).
    CAUTION: Use of any other bolts than that specified is prohibited.

    "A":  Cement 99000-32020

    Tightening torque 

    Bevel gear bolt (a):  85 N.m (8.5 kg-m, 81.5 lb-ft)

    Fig 6: Installing Bevel Gear
    G01356857Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  7. Install special tool to differential case assembly and check that preload is within specification below. If preload exceeds specified value, check if foreign matter is caught or gear is damaged.

    Special tool 

    (B):  09928-06010-002

    Side gear preload:  Max. 2.5 N.m (0.25 kg-m, 1.8 lb-ft)

    Fig 7: Installing Special Tool To Differential Case Assembly
    G01356858Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.