The W201 differential refresh thread

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The W201 differential refresh thread

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09-29-2013, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by layback40

Need pics of the teeth on the crown wheel & pinion to see the ware marks. That will show if its going to be quiet when you put it back together.
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Here are the wear marks.

The oil in the differential was so dirty it seems to have stained everything a dull yellowy colour.

I get the feeling that the shiny parts on the teeth are non contact parts - but may be I'm over thinking this...

What do you think?

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