T100 Pickup 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1996)
5. Check side gear backlash. Using a dial indicator, measure the side gear backlash with holding one pinion gear toward the case.
Backlash: 0.05 - 0.20 mm (0.0020 - 0.0079 inch).
6. Measure drive pinion preload. Using a torque wrench, measure the preload of backlash between the drive pinion and ring gear.
Preload (at starting): 0.5 - 0.8 Nm (4.3 - 6.9 inch lbs.).
7. Check total preload. Using a torque wrench, measure the total preload. If necessary, disassemble and inspect the differential.
Total preload (at starting): 0.4 - 0.6 Nm (3.5 - 5.2 inch lbs.).