4 Runner Limited 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
Alternator Bearing: Service and Repair
Bearings
1. INSPECT FRONT BEARING
Check that the bearing is not rough or worn.
2. IF NECESSARY, REPLACE FRONT BEARING
a. Remove the 4 screws and bearing retainer.
b. Using a press and socket wrench, press out the front bearing.
c. Using SST and a press, press the front bearing into the drive end frame.
SST 09950-60010 (09951-00500)
d. Install the bearing retainer with the 4 screws.
3. INSPECT REAR BEARING
Check that the bearing is not rough or worn.
4. IF NECESSARY, REPLACE REAR BEARING
a. Using SST remove the bearing cover and bearing.
SST 09820-00021
b. Remove the bearing cover (inside).