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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Differential Case: Disassembly

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Disassembly
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  1. Remove tapered roller bearing RH  .

    Using SST, remove the tapered roller bearing RH.

    SST 09950-40011 (09951-04010, 09952-04010, 09953-04020, 09954-04010, 09955-04060, 09958-04010)

    Fig 1: Pressing Differential Case Tapered Roller Bearing Out (Right Side)
    G01066092Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. Remove tapered roller bearing LH  .

    Using SST, remove the tapered roller bearing LH.

    SST 09950-40011 (09951-04010, 09952-04010, 09953-04020, 09954-04010, 09955-04060, 09958-04010)

    Fig 2: Pressing Differential Case Tapered Roller Bearing Out (Left Side)
    G01066093Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. Disassemble differential case  :
    1. Using a pin punch and a hammer, drive out the straight pin.
      Fig 3: Punching Straight Pin out
      G01066094Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the pinion shaft, 2 pinions, 2 pinion thrust washers, 2 side gears and 2 side gear thrust washers from the case. See Figure.
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