T-SB-0026-15
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Public Details for: T-SB-0026-15
Tsb: some 2004 - 2015 model year tacoma, fj cruiser, and 4runner vehicles may exhibit a cyclical grinding or groaning noise coming from the front differential in 2wd that goes away when operated in 4wd. This noise can be addressed by replac
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T-SB-0026-15 May 20, 2015 Front Differential Groaning/Grinding Cyclical Noise Service Category Drivetrain Section Axle/Differential Market USA Applicability YEAR(S) MODEL(S) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 2004 – 2009 4Runner Drive Type(s): 4WD VDS(s): BU14R, BU17R 2010 – 2015 4Runner Drive Type(s): 4WD VDS(s): BU5JR 2007 – 2009 FJ Cruiser Drive Type(s): 4WD VDS(s): BU11F, ZU11F 2010 – 2014 FJ Cruiser Drive Type(s): 4WD VDS(s): BU4BF, ZU4BF 2005 – 2009 Tacoma Drive Type(s): 4WD VDS(s): LU42N, MU52N, PX42N, UU42N, UX42N 2010 – 2015 Tacoma Drive Type(s): 4WD VDS(s): LU4EN, MU4FN, PX4EN, UU4EN, UX4EN Introduction Some 2004 – 2015 model year Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, and 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a cyclical grinding or groaning noise coming from the front differential in 2WD that goes away when operated in 4WD. This noise can be addressed by replacing the needle bearing on the left side of the front differential. Refer to the Repair Procedure for Needle Bearing Roller replacement instructions. Warranty Information OP CODE DESCRIPTION TIME OFP T1 T2 TC1501 R & R Needle Bearing 2.0 90364-35010 91 19 APPLICABLE WARRANTY • This repair is covered under the Toyota Powertrain Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle’s in-service date. • Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this bulletin. © 2015 Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 1 of 6 May 20, 2015 T-SB-0026-15 Page 2 of 6 Front Differential Groaning/Grinding Cyclical Noise Parts Information MODEL MODEL YEAR 2005 – 2015 Tacoma PART NUMBER PART NAME QTY 90364-35008 Bearing, Needle Roller 1 95381-04045 Pin, Cotter 1 43425-04040 Ring, Shaft Snap 1 2004 – 2009 90311-47012 2010 – 2015 90311-47027 2004 – 2015 4Runner Bearing, Needle Roller 1 95381-04045 Pin, Cotter 1 90521-34003 Ring, Hole Snap 1 90311-47012 2014 – 2015 90311-47027 FJ Cruiser 1 90364-35010 2004 – 2013 2007 – 2014 1 Seal, Oil 1 Seal, Oil 1 90364-35008 Bearing, Needle Roller 1 95381-04045 Pin, Cotter 1 90521-34003 Ring, Hole Snap 1 2007 – 2013 90311-47012 2014 90311-47027 1 Seal, Oil 1 Required Tools & Equipment SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS (SST) PART NUMBER QTY Ball Joint Puller 09628-62011 1 Drive Shaft Remover Attachment 09520-01010-02 1 Slide Hammer (5 LB.) 09520-32040-01 1 Steering Worm Bearing Puller 09612-30012 1 Handle Set 09950-70010-01 1 Replacer Set No. 1 09950-60010-01 1 REQUIRED EQUIPMENT PART NUMBER QTY Oil Seal Puller 09308-00010 1 REQUIRED MATERIAL QUANTITY Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent 1.59 qt. (1.5L) © 2015 Toyota Motor Sales, USA May 20, 2015 T-SB-0026-15 Page 3 of 6 Front Differential Groaning/Grinding Cyclical Noise Repair Procedure 1. Confirm the Condition is present. Is the cyclical grinding or groaning noise present in 2WD and NOT in 4WD? • YES — Continue to step 2. • NO — This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable Repair Manual. 2. Confirm the front differential fluid level is correct. Is the fluid level correct? • YES — Continue to step 3. • NO — Check for leaks, adjust fluid level and retest. If noise is still present, proceed to step 3. 3. Remove LH front drive shaft assembly. Refer to the Technical Information System (TIS), applicable model and model year Repair Manual: • 2004 / 2005 / 2006 / 2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / 2012 / 2013 / 2014 / 2015 4Runner: Drivetrain – Drive Shaft/Propeller Shaft – “Drive Shaft: Front Drive Shaft Assembly: Removal” • 2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / 2012 / 2013 / 2014 FJ Cruiser: Drivetrain – Drive Shaft/Propeller Shaft – “Drive Shaft: Front Drive Shaft Assembly: Removal” • 2005 / 2006 / 2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / 2012 / 2013 / 2014 / 2015 Tacoma: Drivetrain – Drive Shaft/Propeller Shaft – “Drive Shaft: Front Drive Shaft Assembly: Removal” © 2015 Toyota Motor Sales, USA May 20, 2015 T-SB-0026-15 Page 4 of 6 Front Differential Groaning/Grinding Cyclical Noise Repair Procedure (Continued) 4. Remove LH differential Oil Seal. Slide Hammer (5 lb.) SST: 09520-32040-01 Oil Seal Puller SST: 09308-00010 5. Install the Steering Worm Bearing Puller as shown below in the left side of the differential carrier assembly. Steering Worm Bearing Puller SST: 09612-30012 Figure 1. HINT Drive shaft may rotate during bearing removal. In this event, grab drive shaft and prevent rotation. 6. Remove LH differential Needle Bearing Roller using the Steering Worm Bearing Puller. © 2015 Toyota Motor Sales, USA May 20, 2015 T-SB-0026-15 Page 5 of 6 Front Differential Groaning/Grinding Cyclical Noise Repair Procedure (Continued) 7. Install NEW Needle Bearing Roller with SSTs. Use rubber ended mallet to press new part into differential. Handle Set SST: 09950-70010-01 Replacer Set 1 SST: 09950-60010-01 (item no. C3 – 39 mm) NOTE • Install Needle Bearing Roller with engraved print outward as shown. • Installation depth between surface 3A & 3B should be 1.4 – 1.7mm Figure 2. 1 3 2 3A 3B 1 Replacer and Handle used to press bearing into differential case. 2 Partial installation of bearing - Engraved print facing outward. 3 © 2015 Toyota Motor Sales, USA Complete installation of bearing - Engraved print facing outward. May 20, 2015 T-SB-0026-15 Page 6 of 6 Front Differential Groaning/Grinding Cyclical Noise Repair Procedure (Continued) 8. Replace LH Differential Oil Seal. 9. Install snap ring to front drive shaft 10. Install LH Front Drive Shaft using the applicable Repair Manual. Refer to TIS, applicable model and model year Repair Manual: • 2004 / 2005 / 2006 / 2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / 2012 / 2013 / 2014 / 2015 4Runner: Drivetrain – Drive Shaft/Propeller Shaft – “Drive Shaft: Front Drive Shaft Assembly: Installation” • 2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / 2012 / 2013 / 2014 FJ Cruiser: Drivetrain – Drive Shaft/Propeller Shaft – “Drive Shaft: Front Drive Shaft Assembly: Installation” • 2005 / 2006 / 2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 / 2011 / 2012 / 2013 / 2014 / 2015 Tacoma: Drivetrain – Drive Shaft/Propeller Shaft – “Drive Shaft: Front Drive Shaft Assembly: Installation” 11. Confirm Repair. © 2015 Toyota Motor Sales, USA