Identify and label the parts of the differential assembly indicated by numbers.

Parts of the Differential Assembly:

The image displays a cross-section of a differential assembly with various parts labeled with numbers. Based on the visual representation and common automotive differential components, here are the likely identifications:

• 1. Drive Shaft Tunnel/Housing: The elongated casing that houses the drive shaft and connects to the axle.
• 2. Input Flange/Yoke: The point where the driveshaft connects to the differential.
• 3. Differential Housing/Case: The main body that encloses the gears and bearings.
• 4. Pinion Gear: The gear driven by the driveshaft that meshes with the ring gear.
• 5. Pinion Shaft/Bearing: The shaft supporting the pinion gear, usually supported by bearings.
• 6. Differential Pin (Cross Pin): A shaft within the differential case that holds the spider gears.
• 7. Spider Gears (Pinion Gears): Small bevel gears mounted on the differential pin, which rotate and transmit power to the side gears.
• 8. Side Gears (Axle Gears): Bevel gears that mesh with the spider gears and are splined to the axle shafts.
• 9. Axle Shaft Splines: The splined connection on the side gear where the axle shaft attaches.
• 10. Axle Flange/Hub: The mounting point for the wheel hub or axle shaft.
• 11. Bearing Cap/Race: Part of the bearing assembly supporting the ring gear or axle shaft.
• 12. Adjusting Shim/Spacer: Used to set the backlash and preload of the gears.
• 13. Ring Gear: The large bevel gear that meshes with the pinion gear.
• 14. Differential Housing (Outer Casing): The external structure of the differential.
• 15. Ring Gear Bolts: Fasteners that attach the ring gear to the differential case.
• 16. Breather/Vent: Allows pressure equalization within the housing.
• 17. Seal/Gasket: Prevents lubricant leakage.
• 18. Housing Bolt: Fasteners securing the differential housing components.
• 19. Drive Shaft: The shaft transmitting power from the transmission to the differential.

Note: Exact identification may vary slightly depending on the specific type and design of the differential (e.g., conventional, limited-slip, locking).