IS 300 L6-3.0L (2JZ-GE) (2001)
d. Align matchmarks on the bearing cap and differential carrier.
e. Tighten the 4 bolts.
Torque: 85 Nm (870 kgf-cm, 63 ft. lbs.)
f.
Using a dial indicator, while holding the companion flange adjust the ring gear backlash until it is within the specified value.
Backlash: 0.13 - 0.18 mm (0.0051 - 0.0071 inch)
If the backlash is not within the specified value, adjust by either increasing or decreasing the thickness of washers on both sides by an equal
amount.
HINT: The backlash will change by about 0.02 mm (0.0008 inch) corresponding to 0.03 mm (0.0012 inch) change in the plate washer.
12. MEASURE TOTAL PRELOAD
Using a torque wrench, measure the total preload with the teeth of the drive pinion and ring gear in contact.
Total preload (at starting):
Drive pinion preload plus 0.39 - 0.59 Nm (4 - 6 kgf-cm, 3.5 - 5.2 inch lbs.)
13. INSPECT TOOTH CONTACT BETWEEN RING GEAR AND DRIVE PINION
a. Coat 3 or 4 teeth at 3 different positions on the ring gear with red lead primer.
b. Hold the companion flange firmly and rotate the ring gear in both directions.