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EM−106
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ENGINE MECHANICAL CYLINDER BLOCK
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
(2) Install the 7 main bearing caps in their proper loca-
tions.
HINT:
Each bearing cap has a number and front mark.
(b) Install the main bearing cap bolts.
HINT:
The main bearing cap bolts are tightened in 2 progressive
steps (steps (b) and (d)).
If any of the main bearing cap bolts is broken or deformed,
replace it.
(1) Apply a light coat of engine oil on the threads and
under the heads of the main bearings cap bolts.
(2) Install and uniformly tighten the 14 bolts of the main
bearing caps, in several passes, in the sequence
shown.
Torque: 74 N·m (750 kgf·cm, 54 ft·lbf)
If any one of the main bearing cap bolts does not meet the
torque specification, replace the main bearing cap bolt.
(3) Mark the front of the main bearing cap bolt withpaint.
(4) Retighten the main bearing cap bolts by 90 ° in the
numerical order shown above.
(5) Check that the painted mark is now at a 90° angle
to the front.
(c) Check that the crankshaft turns smoothly.
(d) Check that the crankshaft thrust clearance (See page EM−83 ).
10. INSTALL PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD AS- SEMBLIES
(a) Cover the connecting rod bolts with a short piece of hose
to protect the crankshaft from damage.
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IG0IE−01
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IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR
IG−11
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
INSTALLATION
1. CHECK NO.1 CYLINDER TO TDC/COMPRESSION
If necessary, remove the cylinder head cover, and check these
conditions:
Turn the crankshaft pulley and align its groove with
the timing mark ”0” of the timing chain cover.
Verify that the timing marks with 1 and 2 dots are in
straight line on the cylinder head surface as shown
in the illustration.
If not, turn the crankshaft 1 revolution (360°) and align the mark
as above.
2. INSTALL DISTRIBUTOR
(a) Install a new O−ring to the distributor.
HINT:
Always use a new O −ring when installing the distributor.
(b) Align the groove of the distributor housing with the protru-
sion on the driven gear.
(c) Apply a light coat of engine oil on the O −ring.
(d) Insert the distributor, aligning the center of the flange with
that of the bolt hole on the cylinder head.
(e) Lightly tighten the hold −down bolt.
3. INSTALL DISTRIBUTOR CAP
4. CONNECT DISTRIBUTOR CONNECTOR
5. CHECK IGNITION TIMING (See page EM−10)
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MA02Q−04
MA−2
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MAINTENANCE INSIDE VEHICLE
42
Author: Date:
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
INSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
The owners are responsible for these maintenance and inspection items.
They can be done by the owner or they can have them done at a service sh\
op.
These items include those which should be checked on a daily basis, thos\
e which, in most cases, do not
require (special) tools and those which are considered to be reasonabl\
e for the owner to do.
Items and procedures for general maintenance are as follows.
1. GENERAL NOTES
Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owner’s manual supplement in which
the maintenance schedule is shown.
Every service item in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performe\
d.
Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in\
the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time inter\
val (months).
Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same interval \
as before unless
otherwise noted.
Failure to do even one item can cause the engine to run poorly and incre\
ase exhaust emissions.
2. LIGHTS
(a) Check that the headlights, stop lights, taillights, turn signal lights, \
and other lights are all working.
(b) Check the headlights aim.
3. WARNING LIGHTS AND BUZZERS
Check that all warning lights and buzzers function properly.
4. HORN
Check that it is working.
5. WINDSHIELD
Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
6. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
(a) Check operation of the wipers and washer.
(b) Check that the wipers do not streak.
7. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
Check that air comes out from the defroster outlet when operating the heater \
or air conditioner at defroster
mode.
8. REAR VIEW MIRROR
Check that it is mounted securely.
9. SUN VISORS
Check that they move freely and mounted securely.
10. STEELING WHEEL
Check that it has the specified freeplay. Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering,
excessive freeplay or strange noises.
11. SEATS
(a) Check that all front seat controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recl\
iner, etc. operate smoothly.
(b) Check that all latches lock securely in any position.
(c) Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the lo\
cks hold securely in any latch position.
(d) For folding −down rear seat backs, check that the latches look securely.
12. SEAT BELTS
(a) Check that the seat belt system such as buckles, retractors and anchors operat\
e properly and smooth-
ly.
(b) Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged.
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R12473
SR168−01
SR0097
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STEERING STEERING WHEEL
SR−7
1058
Author: Date:
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
STEERING WHEEL
INSPECTION
1. CHECK STEERING WHEEL FREEPLAY
(a) With the vehicle stopped and tires pointed straight ahead,
rock the steering wheel gently back and forth with light fin-
ger pressure.
(b) Freeplay should not exceed the maximum. Maximum freeplay: 40 mm (1.58 in.)
If the freeplay exceeds the maximum, adjust it in the following
procedure.
2. ADJUST STEERING GEAR
(a) Point the front wheels straight ahead.
(b) Loosen the adjusting screw lock nut.
(c) Turn the cross shaft adjusting screw clockwise to de- crease steering wheel freeplay and counterclockwise to
increase it.
HINT:
Turn the adjusting screw in small increments and check the
freeplay between each adjustment.
(d) Turn the steering wheel half way around in both direc- tions.
(e) Check that the freeplay is correct and steering is smooth and without rough spots.
(f) Torque the adjusting screw lock nut (See page SR−41).
3. CHECK STEERING EFFORT
(a) Center the steering wheel.
(b) Remove the steering wheel pad (See page SR−11).
(c) Start the engine and run it at idle.
(d) Measure the steering effort in both directions.
Reference: 8.3 N·m (85 kgf·cm, 73 in.·lbf)
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