Montero SR 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (1997)
3. Place dial gauge on unlocked pinion gear and measure differential gear backlash within the standard value.
Standard value:
Conventional differential: 0.10-0.25 mm (0.004-0.01 inch)
Rear differential lock: 0.15-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 inch)
4. When backlash exceeds the standard value, adjust with selected side gear spacer (LH).
5. Install washers, pinion gears, pinion shaft holder and pinion shaft-A and B. Lock withe lock pin through case B.
B. Backlash adjustment on differential gear case A side. (-)
Adjust backlash as follows:
1. Install side gear (RH) and 2 side gear spacers [1.0 mm (0.039 inch) thick]. Press differential case A to differential case B.
2. Measure flange space (C) between differential case A and B with thickness gage.
3. Calculate side gear spacer (RH) thickness (D) as follows: D = 2.0 mm (0.078 inch) - [C + 0.2 mm (0.008 inch)
4. Choose spacer with a thickness nearest D in 3 and adjust differential gear backlash on the right side.
5. Match the match marks and assemble cases A and B.
6. Assure smooth rotation of inner shaft.