Landcruiser V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE) (2000)
c. Install the companion flange with SST
SST 09950-30011 (09951-03010, 09953-03010, 09954-03010, 09955-03030, 09956-03040)
d. Using SST to hold the flange and adjust the drive pinion preload by tightening the companion flange nut.
SST 09330-00021
NOTICE:
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Coat the nut and screw of the drive pinion with gear oil.
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As there is no spacer, tighten the nut a little at a time, being careful not to overtighten.
e. Using a torque wrench, measure the preload.
Preload (at starting):
New bearing 1.3 - 1.8 Nm (13 - 19 kgf-cm, 11.5 - 15.9 inch lbs.)
Reused bearing 0.64 - 0.92 Nm (6.5 - 9.4 kgf-cm, 5.7 - 8.1 inch lbs.)
HINT: Measure the total preload after turning the bearing clockwise and counterclockwise several times to make the bearing smooth.
10. INSTALL DIFFERENTIAL CASE IN CARRIER
a. Place the 2 bearing outer races on their respective bearings. Make sure that the right and left outer races are not interchanged.
b. Install the differential case in the carrier.
HINT: Make sure that there is backlash between the ring gear and drive pinion.
11. INSTALL ADJUSTING NUTS
Install the 2 adjusting nuts on the carrier, making sure the nuts are engaged properly.