Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Drive Pinion: Assembly
- Install the plugs with new O-rings.NOTE: Apply CVTF to the O-rings.
Tightening torque:
22 N.m (2.2 kgf-m, 16.2 ft-lb)
- Using the ST, install the oil seal on the front side and the oil seal on the rear side.NOTE:
- Apply CVTF to the oil seal press-fitting surface.
- Make sure to install in the right direction.
Preparation tool:
ST: HOUSING BUSHING INSTALLER AND REMOVER (927720000)
- Press-fit a new taper roller bearing (front) outer race using the ST1, ST2 and a press.NOTE: Apply the differential gear oil to the press-fitting surface of the taper roller bearing (front) outer race.
Preparation tool:
ST1: PRESS SNAP RING (28499TC010)
ST2: INSTALLER (398177700)
- Press-fit a new taper roller bearing (rear) outer race using the ST and a press.NOTE: Apply the differential gear oil to the press-fitting surface of the taper roller bearing (rear) outer race.
Preparation tool:
ST: INSTALLER (20099AE020)
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When to See a Mechanic
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.