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Transfer Assembly: Inspection

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  1. INSPECT CENTER DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using a feeler gauge, measure the center differential carrier pinion gear thrust clearance.

      Standard clearance: 0.2 to 0.5 mm (0.008 to 0.020 In.) 

      If the clearance is greater than the standard clearance, replace the center differential carrier.

      Fig 1: Measuring Center Differential Carrier Pinion Gear Thrust Clearance
      G05295882Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. INSPECT CENTER DIFFERENTIAL CLUTCH DISC SET 
    1. Check whether the sliding surfaces of the disc and flange are worn or burnt. If necessary, replace them.
      NOTE:
      • If the lining of the disc Is peeled off or discolored, or If any part of the printed numbers Is damaged, replace all discs.
      • Before assembling new discs, soak them In ATF for at least 15 minutes.
        Fig 2: Identifying 2nd Brake Disc Set
        G05295885Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. INSPECT TRANSFER DIRECT CLUTCH RETURN SPRING ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using vernier calipers, measure the free length of the spring together with the spring seat.

      Standard free length: 15.2 to 15.8 mm (0.5984 to 0.6220 in.) 

      If the free length is shorter than the standard free length, replace the transfer direct clutch return spring.

      Fig 3: Measuring Free Length Of Spring
      G05295889Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. INSPECT TRANSFER DIRECT CLUTCH DRUM 
    1. Using a cylinder gauge, measure the inside diameter of the transfer direct clutch drum.

      Standard inside diameter: 65.00 to 65.06 mm (2.559 to 2.564 in.) 

      If the inside diameter is greater than the standard inside diameter, replace the transfer direct clutch drum.

      Fig 4: Identifying Transfer Direct Clutch Drum
      G05295893Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. INSPECT TRANSFER CENTER SUPPORT 
    1. Using a cylinder gauge, measure the inside diameter of the transfer center support.

      Standard inside diameter: 49.9 to 50.1 mm (1.965 to 1.972 in.) 

      If the inside diameter is greater than the standard inside diameter, replace the transfer center support.

      Fig 5: Identifying Transfer Center Support
      G05295896Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002