Installation (Tacoma - 4WD)
- If flywheel has been removed, install NEW flywheel bolts. Flywheel bolt threads are pre-coated from manufacturer. If bolts are not pre-coated, apply thread sealant to threads before installing. Install and alternately tighten flywheel bolts in a crisscross pattern to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install clutch disc in clutch cover. Align reference marks on clutch cover and flywheel. Install clutch disc and clutch cover on flywheel.
- Using a clutch aligner, center clutch disc on flywheel. Install and alternately tighten clutch cover bolts in sequence to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . See Figure.
- Apply molybdenum disulfide grease to clutch release fork-to-pivot stud contact surfaces, hub on clutch release bearing and clutch disc splines. Install clutch release fork and clutch release bearing on transmission (if removed).
- To install remaining components, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolt/nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Install NEW exhaust flange nuts and gaskets.
- Apply light coat of grease on lever-to-case contact surfaces on transmission or transfer case shift lever before installing. Apply light coat of grease on lip of transfer case input shaft oil seal. Ensure reference marks on drive shaft flanges are aligned. Fill transmission or transfer case with 75W-90 gear oil with API GL-4 or GL-5 rating.