Tacoma Regular Cab 4WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
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3. If necessary, replace planetary gear outer bearing.
a. Using a snap ring expander, remove the snap ring.
b. Using Special Service Tool (SST) 09554-30011, 09555-55010 and a press, remove the bearing.
c. Using SST 09223-15020, 09515-30010, 09950-70010 (09951-07100) and a press, install a new bearing with the groove faced forward.
d. Select a snap ring that will allow minimum axial play.
Using a snap ring expander, install the snap ring.
4. If necessary, replace planetary gear thrust inner bearing.
a. Using SST 09612-65014 (09612-01030, 09612-01050) and a press, remove the bearing.
NOTICE: Hang SST securely to the clearance between the thrust inner bearing and planetary gear.
b. Using SST 09950-60010 (09951-00570), 09950-70010 (09951-07100) and a press, install a new bearing.
Bearing depth: 7.7-8.3 mm (0.303-0.327 inch)
