T100 Extra Cab Pickup 4WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
2. Inspect sector shaft adjusting screw thrust clearance. Using a dial indicator, measure the thrust clearance.
Clearance:
Standard: 0.03 - 0.05 mm (0.0012 - 0.0020 inch).
Maximum: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch).
3. If necessary, adjust sector shaft adjusting screw thrust clearance, as follows:
a. Using a chisel and hammer, unstake the No. 1 lock nut.
b. Using Special Service Tool (SST) 09630 - 00014 (09631 - 00051) or equivalent, remove the No. 1 lock nut.
c. Using a screwdriver, adjust the adjusting screw for the correct thrust clearance.
d. Tighten a new lock nut.
e. Stake the lock nut.
4. If necessary, replace two needle roller bearings, as follows:
a. Using a screwdriver, pry out the oil seal from the gear housing.
b. Using snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring from the gear housing.
c. Remove the metal spacer, teflon ring and O-ring from the gear housing.