2013 Scion xB Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Automatic Transaxle Unit: Reassembly: Reassembly

  1. BEARING POSITION 
    Fig 1: Identifying Bearing Position
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    Standard bearing position

    Mark Front Race Diameter Inside / Outside Thrust Bearing Diameter Inside / Outside Rear Race Diameter Inside / Outside
    A - 53.0 mm (2.087 in.) / 78.2 mm (3.079 in.) 52.1 mm (2.051 in.) / 75.5 mm (2.972 in.)
    B - 37.73 mm (1.4854 in.) / 58.0 mm (2.283 in.) 29.9 mm (1.177 in.) / 55.5 mm (2.185 in.)
    C - 33.85 mm (1.3327 in.) / 52.2 mm (2.055 in.) -
    D - 23.5 mm (0.925 in.) / 44.0 mm (1.732 in.) -
    E - 36.3 mm (1.492 in.) / 52.2 mm (2.055 in.) 34.5 mm (1.358 in.) / 48.5 mm (1.909 in.)
    F - 34.6 mm (1.362 in.) / 52.2 mm (2.055 in.) -
    G 40.3 mm (1.587 in.) / 58.0 mm (2.283 in.) 38.6 mm (1.520 in.) / 60.0 mm (2.362 in.) 38.6 mm (1.520 in.) / 58.0 mm (2.283 in.)
    H - 53.6 mm (2.110 in.) / 69.6 mm (2.740 in.) -
    I - 33.7 mm (1.327 in.) / 48.2 mm (1.898 in.) 30.3 mm (1.193 in.) / 46.0 mm (1.811 in.)
    J - 53.6 mm (2.110 in.) / 70.18 mm (2.763 in.) or 69.6 mm (2.740 in.) -
  2. INSTALL DIFFERENTIAL GEAR LUBE APPLY TUBE 
    1. Install the apply tube and apply tube clamp onto the transaxle housing with the bolt.
      Fig 2: Removing/Installing Differential Gear Lube Apply Tube
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      Torque: 7.4 N*m (75 kgf*cm, 65 in.*lbf) 

      NOTE:

      Make sure to insert the tube to the stopper.

  3. INSTALL NO. 2 BREATHER PLUG 
  4. INSTALL COUNTER DRIVE GEAR HOLE SNAP RING 
    1. Using a screwdriver, install the hole snap ring into the transaxle.
      Fig 3: Using Screwdriver To Pry Out Hole Snap Ring Of Transaxle
      GTY157906Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. INSTALL COUNTER DRIVE GEAR 
    1. Using SST and a press, press the 2 counter drive gear bearings outer races into the transaxle.
      Fig 4: View Of Pressing In Counter Drive Gear Bearings Outer Races To Transaxle Using SST
      GTY157794Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.