Tacoma 4WD L4-164.4 2693cc 2.7L DOHC (3RZ-FE) (1996)
![background image](/toyota/tacoma_4wd/l4-164.4_2693cc_2.7l_dohc_(3rz-fe)/Page-1149025.png)
c. Using SST 09950-30010 (09951-03010, 09953-03010, 09954-03010, 09955-03030, 09956-03020) and the companion flange, install the front
bearing then remove the companion flange.
15. Install oil seal.
a. Apply MP grease to the oil seal lip.
b. Using SST 09214-76011, install a new oil seal.
Oil seal drive in depth: 1.0 mm (0.039 inch)
16. Install companion flange.
a. Place the companion flange on the drive pinion.
b. Install a new nut.
HINT: Coat the threads of a new nut with hypoid gear oil.
c. Using SST 09330-00021 to hold the flange, tighten the nut.
Torque to 196 Nm (145 ft. lbs.)
17. Adjust drive pinion preload. Using a torque wrench, measure the preload of the backlash between the drive pinion and ring gear.
Preload (starting):
New bearing: 0.9 - 1.6 Nm (8.7 - 13.9 inch lbs.)
Reuse bearing: 0.5 - 0.8 Nm (4.3 - 6.9 inch lbs.)
If preload is greater than specification, replace the bearing spacer. If preload is less than specification, retighten the nut a little at a time with a