Toyota 90311-38047 Type T Oil Seal

This procedure applies to the rear pinion seal on all vehicles and the front pinion seal on 4WD models. Begin by loosening the rear wheel lug nuts, raising the rear of the vehicle, and securely supporting it on jackstands while blocking the front wheels to prevent rolling. Remove the wheels for a more accurate pinion shaft preload reading. Disconnect the driveshaft from the differential and fasten it out of the way. Use an inch-pound torque wrench to check the torque required to rotate the pinion and record it. Scribe or punch alignment marks on the pinion shaft, nut, and flange, and count the number of threads visible between the end of the nut and the end of the pinion shaft for later reference. A special flange-holding tool is recommended to keep the companion flange from moving while loosening the pinion nut; if unavailable, immobilize the flange with a large screwdriver wedged against a bracket or reinforcement rib. Remove the pinion nut and withdraw the companion flange, using a puller if necessary, without prying or hammering on the pinion shaft. Pry out the old seal and discard it, then lubricate the lips of the new seal with high-temperature grease and tap it evenly into position, ensuring it enters squarely and to full depth. Align the mating marks made before disassembly and install the companion flange, tightening the pinion nut as needed to draw the flange into place without hammering. Apply non-hardening sealant to the ends of the splines visible in the center of the flange, then install the washer and pinion nut, tightening it carefully until the original number of threads are exposed. Measure the torque required to rotate the pinion and tighten the nut in small increments until it matches the previously recorded figure, compensating for the drag of the new oil seal by tightening slightly more, but not exceeding 5 in-lbs. Finally, connect the driveshaft, install the wheels, lower the vehicle, and tighten the lug nuts.