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CYLINDER BLOCK
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Measure the inside diameter of connecting rod bearing.
(Oil clearance) = (Inside diameter of connecting rod bearing) –
(Crankshaft pin diameter)

If clearance cannot be adjusted within the standard, grind crank-
shaft pin and use undersized bearing. Refer to EM-85, "
HOW
TO SELECT MAIN BEARING" .
Method of Using Plastigage

Remove oil and dust on the crankshaft pin and the surfaces of
each bearing completely.

Cut a plastigage slightly shorter than the bearing width, and
place it in crankshaft axial direction, avoiding oil holes.

Install the connecting rod bearings to the connecting rod and
connecting rod bearing cap, and tighten the connecting rod bolt
to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Never rotate the crankshaft.

Remove the connecting rod bearing cap and bearings, and
using the scale on the plastigage bag, measure the plastigage
width.
NOTE:
The procedure when the measured value exceeds the repair limit is same as that described in “Method of
Measurement.”
MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE
Method of Measurement

Install the main bearings to the cylinder block and main bearing
cap. Measure the main bearing inside diameter with the bearing
cap bolt tightened to the specified torque. Refer to EM-77,
"ASSEMBLY" .
(Oil clearance) = (Inside diameter of main bearing) – (Crank-
shaft journal diameter)

If the measured value exceeds the repair limit, select main bearings referring to the main bearing inside
diameter and crankshaft journal diameter, so that the oil clearance satisfies the standard. Refer to EM-85
.Standard : 0.020 - 0.039 mm (0.0008 - 0.0015 in)
Limit : 0.055 mm (0.0022 in)
PBIC1642E
KBIA2550E
Standard:
No. 1 and 5 journals
: 0.001 - 0.011 mm (0.00004 - 0.0004 in)
No. 2, 3 and 4 journals
: 0.007 - 0.017 mm (0.0003 - 0.0007 in)
Limit:
No.1 and 5 journals
: 0.021 mm (0.0008 in)
No. 2, 3 and 4 journals
: 0.027 mm (0.0011 in)
PBIC1644E

CYLINDER BLOCK
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Method of Using Plastigage

Remove oil and dust on the crankshaft journal and the surfaces
of each bearing completely.

Cut a plastigage slightly shorter than the bearing width, and
place it in crankshaft axial direction, avoiding oil holes.

Install the main bearings to the cylinder block and main bearing
cap, and tighten the main bearing bolts to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Never rotate the crankshaft.

Remove the bearing cap and bearings, and using the scale on
the plastigage bag, measure the plastigage width.
NOTE:
The procedure when the measured value exceeds the repair limit is same as that described in “Method of
Measurement”.
CRUSH HEIGHT OF MAIN BEARING

When the bearing cap is removed after being tightened to the
specified torque with main bearings installed, the tip end of bear-
ing must protrude. Refer to EM-77, "
ASSEMBLY" for the tight-
ening procedure.

If the standard is not met, replace main bearings.
CRUSH HEIGHT OF CONNECTING ROD BEARING

When the connecting rod bearing cap is removed after being
tightened to the specified torque with connecting rod bearings
installed, the tip end of bearing must protrude. Refer to EM-77,
"ASSEMBLY" for the tightening procedure.

If the standard is not met, replace connecting rod bearings.
MAIN BEARING CAP BOLT DIAMETER

Check for bolts (M9 and M12) installed from lower side using the
following procedure.
NOTE:

Side bolt (M10) is outside the target.

Figure shows M12 bolt.

Measure bolt diameter "d1" from the tip of bolt to dimension "a".

Measure bolt diameter "d2" from the dimension between the tip
of bolt and dimension "b" as base station to dimension "c".
NOTE:
Measure "d2" at that point if narrower part in the threads is
determined by visual check.

Calculate the difference between "d1" and "d2".
KBIA2551E
Standard : There must be crush height
SEM 50 2G
Standard : There must be crush height.
PBIC1646E
KBIA2497E

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CYLINDER BLOCK
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M9 bolt
M12 bolt

Replace applicable bolts if outside the limit.
CONNECTING ROD BOLT DIAMETER

Measure diameter "d" at position shown.

When “d” exceeds the limit (when it becomes thinner), replace
the bolt with a new one.Dimension “a” : 9 mm (0.35 in)
Dimension “b” : 15 mm (0.59 in)
Dimension “c” : 20 mm (0.79 in)
Limit : 0.10 mm (0.0039 in)
Dimension “a” : 12 mm (0.47 in)
Dimension “b” : 55 mm (2.17 in)
Dimension “c” : 20 mm (0.79 in)
Limit : 0.15 mm (0.0059 in)
Limit : 7.75 mm (0.3051 in) or less.
SBIA0286E

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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CYLINDER BLOCK
Unit: mm (in)
Surface flatnessStandard 0.03 (0.0012)
LImit 0.1 (0.004)
Main bearing housing inside diameter Standard 68.944 - 68.968 (2.7143 - 2.7153)
Cylinder bore diameterStandardGrade No. 1 98.000 - 98.010 (3.8583 - 3.8587)
Grade No. 2 98.010 - 98.020 (3.8587 - 3.8590)
Grade No. 3 98.020 - 98.030 (3.8590 - 3.8594)
Wear limit 0.20 (0.0079)
Out-of-round (Difference between X and Y)
Limit0.015 (0.0006)
Taper (Difference between A and C) 0.010 (0.0004)
Main journal inside diameter grade (Without bearing)Grade No. A
Grade No. B
Grade No. C
Grade No. D
Grade No. E
Grade No. F
Grade No. G
Grade No. H
Grade No. J
Grade No. K
Grade No. L
Grade No. M
Grade No. N
Grade No. P
Grade No. R
Grade No. S
Grade No. T
Grade No. U
Grade No. V
Grade No. W
Grade No. X
Grade No. Y
Grade No. 4
Grade No. 768.944 - 68.945 (2.7143 - 2.7144)
68.945 - 68.946 (2.7144 - 2.7144)
68.946 - 68.947 (2.7144 - 2.7144)
68.947 - 68.948 (2.7144 - 2.7145)
68.948 - 68.949 (2.7145 - 2.7145)
68.949 - 68.950 (2.7145 - 2.7146)
68.950 - 68.951 (2.7146 - 2.7146)
68.951 - 68.952 (2.7146 - 2.7146)
68.952 - 68.953 (2.7146 - 2.7147)
68.953 - 68.954 (2.7147 - 2.7147)
68.954 - 68.955 (2.7147 - 2.7148)
68.955 - 68.956 (2.7148 - 2.7148)
68.956 - 68.957 (2.7148 - 2.7148)
68.957 - 68.958 (2.7148 - 2.7149)
68.958 - 68.959 (2.7149 - 2.7149)
68.959 - 68.960 (2.7149 - 2.7150)
68.960 - 68.961 (2.7150 - 2.7150)
68.961 - 68.962 (2.7150 - 2.7150)
68.962 - 68.963 (2.7150 - 2.7151)
68.963 - 68.964 (2.7151 - 2.7151)
68.964 - 68.965 (2.7151 - 2.7152)
68.965 - 68.966 (2.7152 - 2.7152)
68.966 - 68.967 (2.7152 - 2.7152)
68.967 - 68.968 (2.7152 - 2.7153)
Difference in bore diameter between cylinders Standard Less than 0.03 (0.0012)
PBIC0123E

FAX-6
WHEEL HUB
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4. Put alignment mark on disc rotor and wheel hub and bearing
assembly, then remove disc rotor.
5. Remove cotter pin, then remove lock nut from drive shaft using power tool. Refer to FA X -7 , "
Removal and
Installation" .
6. Remove drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing assembly. Refer to FAX-7, "
Removal and Installation" .
7. Remove wheel sensor. Refer to BRC-64, "
Removal and Installation" .

Inspect the wheel sensor O-ring, replace the wheel sensor assembly if damaged.

Clean the wheel sensor hole and mounting surface with a suitable brake cleaner and clean lint-free
shop rag. Be careful that dirt and debris do not enter the axle bearing area.

Apply a coat of suitable grease to the wheel sensor O-ring and mounting hole.
CAUTION:
Do not pull on the wheel sensor harness.
8. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly bolts using power tool.
9. Remove splash guard and wheel hub and bearing assembly from steering knuckle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check for deformity, cracks and damage on each part, replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Use new bolts when installing the wheel hub and bearing assembly.

When installing disc rotor on wheel hub and bearing assembly,
position the disc rotor according to alignment mark.
(When not using the alignment mark, refer to BR-22, "
Removal
and Installation of Brake Caliper and Disc Rotor" .)

When installing wheel and tire. Refer to WT-6, "Rotation" .
WDIA0044E
WDIA0044E

FFD-2
PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
PrecautionsEDS0035E
CAUTION:

Before starting diagnosis of the vehicle, understand symptoms well. Perform correct and system-
atic operations.

Check for the correct installation status prior removal or disassembly. When matching marks are
required, be sure they do not interfere with the function of the parts they are applied to.

Carry out an overhaul in a clean work place, Using a dust proof room is recommended.

Before disassembly, using steam or white gasoline, completely remove sand and mud from the
exterior the unit, preventing them from entering into the unit during disassembly or assembly.

Check appearance of the disassembled parts for damage, deformation, and abnormal wear. If a
malfunction is detected, replace it with a new one.

Normally replace lock pins, oil seals, and bearings with new ones every times they are removed.

In principle, tighten bolts or nuts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to out-
side. If tightening sequence is specified, observe it.

Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow them dry.

Be careful not to damage the sliding surfaces and mating surface.

When applying sealant, remove the old sealant from the mounting surface; then remove any mois-
ture, oil, and foreign materials from the application and mounting surfaces.

Always use shop paper for cleaning the inside of components.

Avoid using cotton gloves or a shop cloth to prevent entering of lint.

During assembly, observe the specified tightening torque, and new differential gear oil, Vaseline,
or multi-purpose grease, as specified for each vehicle, when necessary.
Precautions for Liquid GasketEDS0035F
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING

After removing nuts and bolts, separate the mating surface and
remove old liquid gasket sealing using Tool.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.

Tap seal cutter to insert it, and then slide it by tapping on the
side as shown.

In areas where Tool is difficult to use, use plastic hammer to
lightly tap the parts, to remove it.
CAUTION:
If for some unavoidable reason tool such as screwdriver is
used, be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Using scraper, remove old liquid gasket adhering to the gasket
application surface and the mating surface.

Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the gas-
ket application surface, bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces and remove adhering
moisture, grease and foreign materials.Tool number : KV10111100 (J-37228)
WBIA0566E
PBIC0003E

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FRONT FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY
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Disassembly and AssemblyEDS0035N
COMPONENTS
1. Side bearing adjust nut 2. Side bearing 3. Side gear thrust washer
4. Side gear 5. Lock pin 6. Pinion mate thrust washer
7. Pinion mate gear 8. Pinion mate shaft 9. Drive pinion
10. Drive pinion height adjusting washer 11. Drive pinion rear bearing 12. Collapsible spacer
13. Breather tube 14. Differential side flange 15. Dust shield
16. Circular clip 17. Side oil seal 18. Drive pinion front bearing
19. Front oil seal 20. Companion flange 21. Drive pinion nut
22. Drain plug 23. Differential side shaft 24. Axle shaft bearing
25. Extension tube 26. O-ring 27. Gear carrier
28. Plate 29. Differential case 30. Drive gear
31. Side bearing cap 32. Filler plug 33. Rear cover
SDIA3207E

FRONT FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY
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11. Keep the side bearing outer races together with inner race. Do
not mix them up.
12. Remove side bearing inner race.
To prevent damage to bearing, engage puller jaws in groove.
CAUTION:

To prevent damage to the side bearing and drive gear,
place copper plates between these parts and vise.

It is not necessary to remove side bearing except it is
replaced.

Be careful not to confuse left-hand and right-hand parts.
Keep bearing and bearing race for each side together.
13. Loosen drive gear bolts in a crisscross fashion.
14. Tap drive gear off the differential case with a soft hammer.

Tap evenly all around to keep the drive gear from bending.
15. Drive out pinion mate shaft lock pin with suitable punch from
drive gear side.
SPD5 27
Tool number A: ST33081000 ( — )
B: ST30021000 ( — )
SDIA2237E
SPD0 22
SDIA2238E
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