When using a 2-wheel drum tester such as a speedometer tester or chassis dynamometer, etc., or jacking up the front wheels and driving the wheels, always push in the TRAC cut ("TRAC OFF") switch and turn the TRAC system OFF.
FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TRACTION CONTROL (TRAC) SYSTEM
(a) Confirm TRAC system is OFF
(1) Press the TRAC cut ("TRAC OFF") switch.
(2) Check that the TRAC OFF indicator light comes on when the TRAC system is turned OFF by the TRAC cut switch.
HINT:
The SLIP indicator light should always operate right after the engine is restarted.
(3) Begin measurements.
(4) Press the TRAC cut switch to turn the TRAC to the operative mode and check that the TRAC OFF indicator light goes off.
HINT: The SLIP indicator light blinks when the TRAC system in operating.
The SLIP indicator light should always operate right after the engine is
restarted.
When servicing full-time 4wd vehicles
For vehicles equipped with vehicle stability control (vsc) systemDisassembly
1. INSPECT PACK CLEARANCE OF FORWARD
CLUTCH
HINT:
(See page AX-242)
2. REMOVE FORWARD MULTIPLE DISC CLUTCH DISC
(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the snap ring.
(b) Remove the flange, 5 discs and 5 plates from the
input shaft assembly.
3. REMOVE FORWARD CLUTCH RETURN SPRING
SUB-ASSEMB ...
DTC check / clear
1. DTC CHECK
HINT:
When DTC B1150/23 is detected as a result of
troubleshooting for "Airbag System", perform
troubleshooting for the Occupant Classification System.
Check the DTCs.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3
Turn the ignition switch to ...
On-vehicle inspection
1. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB BEARING BACKLASH
(a) Using a dial gauge, check for backlash near the
center of the axle hub.
Maximum:
0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
If backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the axle
hub assembly.
NOTICE:
Ensure that the dial gauge is set at right angles
to the measuremen ...