FRONT AXLE
L3301, L3901, L4701, WSM
6-S26
6. SERVICING
[1] 2WD MODEL
Clearance between Front Axle Middle Boss and Shaft Bracket
Bushing
1. Measure the front axle middle boss O.D. at several points where
it contacts with the bushing.
2. Measure the shaft bracket 1 bushing I.D. and bracket 2 bushing
I.D. in the same method, and calculate the clearance.
3. If the clearance exceeds the allowable limit, replace them.
(When reassembling)
• Before press-fitting the bushing, install the new thrust collar.
• Install the oil seals, noting their direction. (Refer to figure.)
• After replacing the bushing, be sure to adjust the front axle
rocking force. (See page 6-S7.)
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Clearance between front
axle middle boss and
bushing
Factory specification
0.015 to 0.177 mm
0.0006 to 0.00696 in.
Allowable limit
0.3 mm
0.01 in.
Front axle middle boss
O.D.
Factory specification
39.938 to 40.000 mm
1.5724 to 1.5748 in.
Bushing I.D. Factory specification
40.015 to 40.115 mm
1.5754 to 1.5793 in.
(1) Thrust Collar
(2) Bushing
(3) Oil Seal
[A] L3301/L3901
[B] L4701