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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1986CHEVETTE L4-98 1.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSPECIFICATIONS
1986 Chevrolet Chevette L4-98 1.6L
Differential Assembly: Specifications
1986 Chevrolet Chevette L4-98 1.6LSECTION Specifications
| Carrier Type | Integral | ||
| Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash | Method | Shims | |
| Adjustment Note: Side gear backlash. | .005-.008 Inch (in) | ||
| Pinion Bearing Preload | Method | Spacer | |
| New Bearing Note: Measured with torque wrench at pinion flange nut. | NDH Bearing | 10- 20 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb) | |
| Timken Bearing | 5- 15 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb) | ||
| Used Bearing Note: Measured with torque wrench at pinion flange nut. | 5-10 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb) | ||
| Differential Bearing Preload | Method | Shims | |
| New Bearing | Slip Fit Note: plus .004 preload on each side. | ||
| Used Bearing | Slip Fit Note: plus .004 preload on each side. |
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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.