ARB RD102 - Manual (Page 42)

6 Testing & Final Assembly
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c Pull outward on the axle shaft to seat the ‘C’ clip into the side gear.
c Repeat the ‘C’ clip installation steps on the second axle shaft.
c Re-insert the long cross shaft.
c Using an automotive feeler gauge, check the maximum distance
between the axle shaft and the cross shaft. This measurement is
what is known as the end float.
c Refer to your vehicle manufacturer’s service manual for the
appropriate end float amount. ‘C’ clips may need to be substituted
with others of a different thickness to achieve correct end float if too
tight or too loose.
c Insert and tighten the retaining pin with a 5mm hex key.
c Reconnect the drive shaft to the differential drive flange.
c Reassemble the remainder of the differential assembly
(e.g., hubs, brakes, wheels, etc.) to the vehicle according to your
vehicle’s service manual.
6.2.2
B Reinstalling Non-‘C’ Clip Retained Shafts
c Insert and tighten the retaining pin with a 5mm hex key.
c Reconnect the drive shaft to the differential drive flange.
c Reassemble the remainder of the differential assembly
(e.g., hubs, brakes, wheels, etc.) to the vehicle according to your
vehicle’s service manual.