Drivetrain - Revised Rear Axle Oil Seal/Installation
DRIVELINE & DIFFERENTIALDL002-03
August 6, 2003
Title:
REAR AXLE SEAL DESIGN CHANGE
Models:
'01 - '02 Sequoia, '95 - '02 Tacoma &
'00 - '02 Tundra
Introduction
The rear axle seal lip design has been changed from a flat face type to an angled face type. A different SST seal driver is required to install the seal properly and prevent damaging the oil seal during the installation process.
NOTE:
Use of SST part number 09951-00610 (Replacer 6-4) as listed in the Repair Manual to install the newly designed rear axle seal can damage the seal assembly causing it to leak. Repair Manual update on Technical Information System (TIS) is in process.
Applicable Vehicles
^ 2001 - 2002 model year Sequoia vehicles.
^ 1995 - 2002 model year Tacoma vehicles.
^ 2000 - 2002 model year Tundra vehicles.
Parts Information
Required SSTs
NOTE:
Additional SSTs may be ordered by calling SPX/OTC at 1-800-933-8335.
Required Tools & Material
Warranty Information
Identification Procedure
The design of the rear axle seal has been changed from a flat face to an angled face for part number 90310-50006 and part number 90310-56002.
Installation Procedure
Sequoia
To properly install Rear Axle Oil Seal part number 90310-56002, use the following SSTs and a hammer to install the new oil seal:
^ SST P/N 09950-60020-01 (09951-00730-01) - Replacer 73
^ SST P/N 09951-70010-01 (09951-07150-01) - Handle
Tacoma & Tundra
To properly install Rear Axle Oil Seal part number 90310-56006, use the following SSTs and a hammer to install the new oil seal:
^ SST P/N 09950-60020-01 (09951-00710) - Replacer 71
^ SST P/N 09951-70010-01 (09951-07150-01) - Handle