Tacoma Extra Cab 4WD L4-2693cc 2.7L DOHC MFI (1997)
Maximum vertical runout: 0.10 mm (0.0039 inch)
Maximum lateral runout: 0.10 mm (0.0039 inch)
2. Check ring gear runout. Using a dial indicator, measure the ring gear runout.
Maximum runout: 0.10 mm (0.0039 inch)
If the runout is not within the specification, replace the ring gear.
3. Check ring gear backlash. Using a dial indicator, measure the ring gear backlash.
Backlash: 0.13 - 0.18 mm (0.0051 - 0.0071 inch)
If the backlash is not within the specification, adjust the side bearing preload or repair as necessary.