Toyota Land Cruiser

 Service Manual

Suspension & Axle » Rear differential carrier (w/ LSD)
Inspection

1. REPLACE PARTS THAT ARE DAMAGED OR WORN

HINT: If replacing the side gear, also replace the thrust washer that contact with it.

2. INSPECT SIDE GEAR THRUST WASHERS FOR WEAR OR DAMAGE

Using a micrometer, measure that the contact surface of the thrust washer is even and check that no bare metal is showing.

Thickness (Reference): 1.97 - 2.06 mm (0.0776 - 0.0811 in.)

If necessary, replace the thrust washer.

HINT: If replacing the thrust washer, also replace the clutch plate that contacts with it.

3. INSPECT CLUTCH PLATE FOR WEAR OR DAMAGE

Using a micrometer, measure the contact surface of the clutch plate and check that there is no abnormal wear.

Thickness (Reference): 1.97 - 2.03 mm (0.0776 - 0.0799 in.)

If necessary, replace the clutch plate.

4. INSPECT COMPRESSION SPRING FREE LENGTH

Using vernier calipers, measure the free length of the spring.

Length (Reference): 32.8 mm (1.291 in.)

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal (SA-141 ).

HINT: After installation, fill the differential with hypoid gear oil for LSD (SA-95 ), fill the brake reservoir with brake fluid, bleed the brake system (BR-4 ), check for leaks and check the ABS speed sensor signal (DI-505 ).

Disassembly

Inspection

Reassembly

Removal

Replacement