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10. Write down exact measurement (the value of feeler gauge).
11. Correct the pinion height washer size by referring to the “pinion head number”.
There are two numbers painted on the drive pinion. The first
one refers to the drive pinion and drive gear as a matched
set. This number should be the same as the number on the
drive gear. The second number is the “pinion head height
number”. It refers to the ideal pinion height from standard
for quietest operation. Use th e following chart to determine
the correct pinion height washer.
12. Select the correct pinion height adjusting washer. For selecting adjusting washer, refer to the latest parts information.
13. Remove the J-34309 differential shim selector tool from the final drive housing. Then disassemble to retrieve the pinion bearings.
COMPANION FLANGE RUNOUT
SPD775
Pinion head height number Add or remove from the standard pinion height ad-
justing washer thickness measurement
− 6
− 5
− 4
− 3
− 2
− 1
0
+1
+2
+3
+4
+5
+6 Add 0.06 mm (0.0024 in)
Add 0.05 mm (0.0020 in)
Add 0.04 mm (0.0016 in)
Add 0.03 mm (0.0012 in)
Add 0.02 mm (0.0008 in)
Add 0.01 mm (0.0004 in)
Use the selected washer thickness
Subtract 0.01 mm (0.0004 in)
Subtract 0.02 mm (0.0008 in)
Subtract 0.03 mm (0.0012 in)
Subtract 0.04 mm (0.0016 in)
Subtract 0.05 mm (0.0020 in)
Subtract 0.06 mm (0.0024 in)SPD542
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1. Fit a dial indicator onto the companion flange face (inner side of
the propeller shaft mounting bolt holes).
2. Rotate companion flange to check for runout.
3. Fit a test indicator to the inner side of companion flange (socket diameter).
4. Rotate companion flange to check for runout.
5. If the runout value is outside the runout li mit, follow the procedure below to adjust.
a. Check for runout while changing the phase between companion flange and drive pinion by 90 ° step, and
search for the position where the runout is the minimum.
b. If the runout value is still outside of the limit after the phase has been changed, possible cause will be an
assembly malfunction of drive pinion and pinion bearing and malfunction of pinion bearing. Check for
these items and repair if necessary.
c. If the runout value is still outside of the limit after the check and repair, replace companion flange.
InspectionINFOID:0000000006222400
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Drive Gear and Drive Pinion
Clean up the disassembled parts.
If the gear teeth never mesh or line-up correctly, det ermine the cause and adjust or replace as necessary.
If the gears are worn, cracked, damaged, pitted or ch ipped (by friction) noticeably, replace with new drive
gear and drive pinion as a set.
Bearing
Clean up the disassembled parts.
If any chipped (by friction), pitted, worn, rusted or scratched marks, or unusual noise from the bearing is
observed, replace as a bearing assembly (as a new set).
Oil Seal
Whenever disassembled, replace.
If wear, deterioration of adherence (sealing force lips) , or damage is detected on the lips, replace them.
Companion Flange
Clean up the disassembled parts.
If any chipped mark [about 0.1 mm, (0.004 in)] or other damage on the contact sides of the lips of the com-
panion flange is found, replace. Companion flange runout : Refer to
DLN-185, "
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Companion flange runout : Refer to DLN-185, "
Com-
panion Flange Runout".
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General SpecificationsINFOID:0000000006222401
Drive Gear RunoutINFOID:0000000006222402
Unit: mm (in)
Preload TorqueINFOID:0000000006222403
Unit: N·m (kg-m, in-lb)
BacklashINFOID:0000000006222404
Unit: mm (in)
Companion Flange RunoutINFOID:0000000006222405
Unit: mm (in)
Applied model 4WD
VK56VD A/T
Final drive model R180A
Gear ratio 2.937
Number of teeth (Drive gear/Drive pinion) 47/16
Oil capacity (Approx.) (US pt, lmp pt)0.75 (1-5/8, 1-3/8)
Number of pinion gears 4
Drive pinion adjustment spacer type Collapsible
Item Limit
Drive gear back face runout 0.05 (0.0020)
Item Standard
Pinion bearing (P
1) 1.08 – 1.66 (0.11 – 0.16, 10 – 14)
Side bearing (P
2) 0.59 – 1.08 (0.06 – 0.11, 6 – 9)
Side bearing to pinion bearing (Total preload)
(Total preload = P
1 + P2) 1.67 – 2.74 (0.17 – 0.27, 15 – 24)
Item Standard
Drive gear to drive pinion gear 0.10 – 0.15 (0.0039 – 0.0059)
Item Limit
Companion flange face 0.10 (0.004)
Inner side of the companion flange 0.10 (0.004)
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Check for the correct installation status prior to removal or disassembly. If matching marks are required, be
certain they never interfere with the function of the parts when applied.
Overhaul should be done in a clean work area, it is preferable to work in dustproof area.
Before disassembly, using steam or white gasoline, completely remove sand and mud from the exterior of
the unit, preventing them from entering into the unit during disassembly or assembly.
Check appearance of the disassembled parts for dam age, deformation, and unusual wear. Replace them
with new ones, if necessary.
Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time when the unit is disassembled.
In principle, tighten bolts or nuts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If tight-
ening sequence is specified, observe it.
Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow-dry them.
Be careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.
When applying sealant, remove the old sealant from t he mounting surface; then remove any moisture, oil,
and foreign materials from the application and mounting surfaces.
Always use shop paper for cleaning the inside of components.
Never use cotton gloves or shop rags to prevent entering of lint.
During assembly, observe the specified tightening tor que, and apply new gear oil, petroleum jelly, or multi-
purpose grease as specified for each vehicle, if necessary.
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Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000006222407
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore t ools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
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Tool name Description
KV40104100
(—)
Attachment Removing side flange
ST36230000
(J-25840-A)
Sliding hammer Removing side flange
ST3127S000
(J-25765-A)
Preload gauge Measuring pinion bearing preload and total
preload
KV381054S0
(J-34286)
Puller Removing front oil seal
ST15310000
(J-25640-B)
Drift
a: 96 mm (3.78 in) dia.
b: 84 mm (3.31 in) dia. Installing front oil seal
KV38108000
(—)
Protector Installing side flange
ZZA0804D
ZZA0803D
ZZA0806D
ZZA0601D
S-NT673
S-NT129
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ST35271000
(J26091)
Drift
a: 72 mm (2.83 in) dia.
b: 63 mm (2.48 in) dia. Installing side oil seal
K V 1 0 1111 0 0
(J-37228)
Seal cutter Removing carrier cover
KV38100800
(J-25604-01)
Attachment
A: 541 mm (21.30 in)
B: 200 mm (7.87 in) Securing unit assembly
ST33051001
(J-22888-20)
Puller Removing side bearing inner race
KV40104730
(—)
Drift
a: 53.7 mm (2.11 in) dia.
b: 47 mm (1.85 in) dia. Removing and installing side bearing inner
race
KV10112100
(BT-8653-A)
Angle wrench Tightening the drive gear mounting bolt
ST01550002
(—)
Drift
a: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia.
b: 56 mm (2.20 in) dia.
c: 40 mm (1.57 in) dia. Installing side bearing inner race
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name
Description
ZZA1143D
S-NT046
SDIA0267E
PDIA0747J
S-NT108
ZZA0120D
ZZA1046D
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(J-8129)
Spring gauge Measuring turning torque
KV38103300
(—)
Drift
a: 99 mm (3.90 in) dia. Installing drive pinion rear bearing outer race
ST30611000
(J-25742-1)
Drift bar Installing drive pinion front bearing outer race
ST30621000
(J-25742-5)
Drift
a: 79 mm (3.11 in) dia.
b: 59 mm (2.32 in) dia. Installing drive pinion front bearing outer race
ST30022000
(—)
Drift
a: 110 mm (4.33 in) dia.
b: 56 mm (2.20 in) dia.
c: 46 mm (1.81 in) dia. Installing pinion rear bearing inner race
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name
Description
NT127
PDIA0933E
S-NT090
ZZA1000D
ZZA0978D
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Tool name
Description
Flange wrench Removing and installing drive pinion lock nut
Puller Removing companion flange
Sliding hammer Removing differential case assembly
Puller Removing drive pinion rear bearing inner race
Spacer
a: 60 mm (2.36 in) dia.
b: 36 mm (1.42 in) dia.
c: 30 mm (1.18 in) Installing drive pinion front bearing inner race
Power tool Loosing nuts and bolts
NT035
ZZA0119D
NT125
ZZA0700D
ZZA1133D
PBIC0190E
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