Tacoma Regular Cab 4WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
c. Using SST 09950-30010 (09951-03010, 09953-03010, 09954-03010, 09955-03030, 09956-03050), remove the companion flange.
2. Remove front oil seal. Using SST 09308-10010, remove the oil seal from the differential carrier.
3. Remove front bearing and bearing spacer.
a. Using SST 09556-22010, remove the bearing from the drive pinion.
b. Remove the 2 washers and bearing spacer.
4. Remove differential case.
a. Place matchmarks on the bearing cap and differential carrier.
b. Remove the 4 bolts and bearing cap.
c. Using SST 09504-22011 and a hammer, remove the 2 side bearing plate washers.
HINT: Measure the plate washer and note the thickness.