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Automatic Transaxle Unit: Inspection

  1. INSPECT AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OIL PAN SUBASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the 2 oil cleaner magnets and use them to collect any steel chips. Carefully examine the chips and particles in the pan and on the magnet to determine what type of wear has occurred in the transaxle:

      Steel (magnetic)..... bearing, gear and plate wear Brass (non-magnetic)..... bushing wear

      Fig 1: Inspecting For Chips And Steel Particles In Pan
      G04089157Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. INSPECT PISTON STROKE OF 2ND COAST BRAKE 
    1. Apply a small amount of paint to the piston rod at the point where it meets the case.
      Fig 2: Inspecting Piston Stroke Of 2nd Coast Brake
      G04462923Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Using SST, measure the piston stroke while applying and releasing compressed air (392 to 785 kPa, 4 to 8 kgf/cm2 , 57 to 114 psi).

      SST 09240-00020 

      Piston stroke: 1.5 to 3.0 mm (0.059 to 0.118 in.) 

      If the piston stroke exceeds the limit, inspect the brake band.

      Fig 3: Measuring Piston Stroke
      G04462924Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. INSPECT 2ND COAST BRAKE BAND ASSEMBLY 
    1. If the lining of the 2nd coast brake band assembly is peeling off or discolored, or even if a part of the printed numbers are defaced, replace the 2nd coast brake band assembly.
      Fig 4: Inspecting 2nd Coast Brake Band Assembly
      G04462925Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. INSPECT FRONT PLANETARY GEAR ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using a feeler gauge, measure the planetary pinion gear thrust clearance.

      Standard clearance: 0.2 to 0.5 mm (0.008 to 0.020 in.) 

      Maximum clearance: 0.55 mm (0.022 in.) 

      If the clearance is greater than the maximum, replace the front planetary gear assembly.

      Fig 5: Measuring Planetary Pinion Gear Thrust Clearance
      G04462926Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. INSPECT ONE-WAY CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 
    1. Hold the sun gear and turn the hub. The hub should turn freely clockwise and should lock if turned counterclockwise.
      Fig 6: Inspecting Way Clutch Assembly
      G04462927Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. INSPECT 2ND BRAKE PISTON 
    1. Using compressed air, check that the 2nd brake piston moves smoothly.
      Fig 7: Inspecting 2nd Brake Piston
      G04462928Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  7. INSPECT 2ND BRAKE CLUTCH DISC 
    1. Check if the sliding surfaces of the discs, plates and flanges are worn or burnt. If necessary, replace them.

      HINT:

      • If the lining of the disc is peeling off or discolored, even if a part of the printed numbers are defaced, replace all discs.
      • Before assembling new discs, soak them in ATF for at least 15 minutes.
        Fig 8: Inspecting 2nd Brake Clutch Disc
        G04462929Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  8. INSPECT REAR PLANETARY GEAR ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using a feeler gauge, measure the planetary pinion gear thrust clearance.

      Standard clearance: 0.2 to 0.5 mm (0.008 to 0.020 in.) 

      Maximum clearance: 0.55 mm (0.022 in.) 

      If the clearance is greater than maximum, replace the rear planetary gear assembly.

      Fig 9: Measuring Planetary Pinion Gear Thrust Clearance
      G04462930Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  9. INSPECT PACK CLEARANCE OF FIRST AND REVERSE BRAKE 
    1. Using a feeler gauge, measure the first & reverse brake pack clearance.

      Pack clearance: 1.19 to 2.25 mm (0.0469 to 0.0886 in.) 

      If the pack clearance is non-standard, check the disc.

      Fig 10: Measuring First Reverse Brake Pack Clearance
      G04462931Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  10. INSPECT 1ST AND REVERSE BRAKE CLUTCH DISC 
    1. Check if the sliding surfaces of the discs, plates and flanges are worn or burnt. If necessary, replace them.

      HINT:

      • If the lining of the disc is peeling off or discolored, even if a part of the printed numbers are defaced, replace all discs.
      • Before assembling new discs, soak them in ATF for at least 15 minutes.
        Fig 11: Inspecting 1st And Reverse Brake Clutch Disc
        G04462932Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  11. INSPECT PISTON STROKE OF UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH 
    1. Set a dial indicator (long type pick or SST).

      SST 09350-32014 (09351-32190) 

      Fig 12: Inspecting Piston Stroke Of Underdrive Clutch
      G04462933Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. While applying and releasing compressed air (392 to 785 kPa, 4 to 8 kgf/cm2 , 57 to 114 psi), measure the underdrive clutch piston stroke.

      Piston stroke: 1.5 to 1.9 mm (0.059 to 0.075 in.) 

    3. If the piston stroke is non-standard, select another flange.

      HINT:

      There are 4 different flange thickness.

      Flange thickness: mm (in.) 

      Fig 13: Applying And Releasing Compressed Air
      G04462934Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      BEARING POSITION REFERENCE

      Thickness Thickness
      2.04 (0.0803) 2.40 (0.0945)
      2.20 (0.0866) 2.50 (0.0984)
  12. INSPECT UNDERDRIVE ONE-WAY CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 
    1. Hold the one-way clutch drum and turn the one-way clutch. Check that the one-way clutch must be able to turn free counterclockwise and will lock if turned clockwise.
      Fig 14: Inspecting Underdrive Way Clutch Assembly
      G04462935Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  13. INSPECT PACK CLEARANCE OF UNDERDRIVE BRAKE 
    1. Using a dial indicator, measure the underdrive brake pack clearance.

      Pack clearance: 1.15 to 1.97 mm (0.0453 to 0.0786 in.) 

      If clearance is non-standard, check the disc.

      Fig 15: Measuring Underdrive Brake Pack Clearance
      G04462936Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  14. INSPECT UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH DISC NO. 2 
    1. Check if the sliding surfaces of the discs, plates and flanges are worn or burnt. If necessary, replace them.

      HINT:

      • If the lining of the disc is peeling off or discolored, even if a part of the printed numbers are defaced, replace all discs.
      • Before assembling new discs, soak them in ATF for at least 15 minutes.
        Fig 16: Inspecting Underdrive Clutch Disc
        G04462937Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  15. INSPECT HEIGHT OF CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using vernier calipers, check the height from the sleeve to the inner race.

      Height: 17.3 to 18.2 mm (0.681 to 0.717 in.) 

      Fig 17: Checking Height From Sleeve To Inner Race
      G04462938Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  16. INSPECT PISTON STROKE OF UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH 
    1. Set a dial indicator and measuring terminal (SST) together.

      SST 09350-32014 (09351-32190) 

      Fig 18: Inspecting Piston Stroke Of Underdrive Clutch
      G04462939Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. While applying and releasing compressed air (392 to 785 Cps, 4 to 8 kgf/cm2 , 57 to 114 psi), measure the underdrive clutch piston stroke.

      Piston stroke: 1.5 to 1.9 mm (0.059 to 0.075 in.) 

      If the piston stroke is less than the limit, parts may have been misassembled. Check them.

      If the piston stroke is non-standard, select another flange.

      HINT:

      There are 4 different thickness for the flange.

      Flange thickness: mm (in.) 

      Fig 19: Measuring Underdrive Clutch Piston Stroke
      G04462940Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      FLANGE THICKNESS SPECIFICATION

      Thickness Thickness
      2.04 (0.0803) 2.40 (0.0945)
      2.20 (0.0866) 2.50 (0.0984)
  17. INSPECT HEIGHT OF COUNTER SHAFT 
    1. Using vernier calipers, measure the distance between the tip of the counter shaft and bolt seat of the clutch support.

      Height: 30.3 to 32.5 mm (1.193 to 1.280 in.) 

      Fig 20: Measuring Distance Between Tip Of Counter Shaft And Bolt Seat Of Clutch Support
      G04462941Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  18. INSPECT DRIVE GEAR PRELOAD 
    1. Using a torque wrench, measure the starting torque of the counter drive gear.

      Torque: Starting torque 

      0.11 to 0.70 N*m (1.1 to 7.1 kgf*cm, 0.9 to 6.1 in.*lbf) 

      Rotating torque 

      0.04 to 0.30 N*m (0.4 to 3.0 kgf*cm, 0.3 to 2.6 in.*lbf) 

      If the torque exceeds the limit, replace the spacer.

      Fig 21: Measuring Starting Torque Of Counter Drive Gear
      G04462942Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  19. INSPECT END PLAY OF COUNTER SHAFT 
    1. Using a dial indicator, measure the end play of the counter shaft.

      End play: 0.2 to 0.9 mm (0.008 to 0.035 in.) 

      Fig 22: Measuring End Play Of Counter Shaft
      G04462943Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  20. INSPECT INTERMEDIATE SHAFT SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Make sure that the intermediate shaft sub-assembly turns smoothly.
      Fig 23: Inspecting Intermediate Shaft Sub-Assembly
      G04462944Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  21. INSPECT PACK CLEARANCE OF FIRST AND REVERSE BRAKE 
    1. Using a feeler gauge, measure the first & reverse brake pack clearance.

      Pack clearance: 1.19 to 2.25 mm (0.0469 to 0.0886 in.) 

      If the pack clearance is non-standard, parts have been misassembled. Check them.

      Fig 24: Measuring First Reverse Brake Pack Clearance
      G04462945Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  22. INSPECT 2ND BRAKE PISTON 
    1. Using compressed air, check that the 2nd brake piston moves smoothly.
      Fig 25: Inspecting 2nd Brake Piston
      G04462946Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  23. INSPECT 2ND BRAKE HUB INSTALLATION DISTANCE 
    1. Check the distance between the surface of the 2nd brake hub and rear planetary gear.

      Distance: Approx. 5 mm (0.20 in.) 

      Fig 26: Inspecting 2nd Brake Hub Installation Distance
      G04462947Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  24. INSPECT PISTON STROKE OF 2ND COAST BRAKE 
    1. Apply a small amount of paint to the piston rod at the point where it meets the case.
      Fig 27: Inspecting Piston Stroke Of 2nd Coast Brake
      G04462948Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Using SST, measure the piston stroke while applying and releasing compressed air (392 to 785 kPa, 4 to 8 kgf/cm2 , 57 to 114 psi).

      SST 09240-00020 

      Piston stroke: 1.5 to 3.0 mm (0.059 to 0.118 in.) 

      If the piston stroke exceeds the limit, select a new piston rod.

      Fig 28: Measuring Piston Stroke
      G04462949Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  25. INSPECT INPUT SHAFT ASSEMBLY 
    1. Measure the thrust play in the axial direction.

      Thrust play: 0.3 to 0.9 mm (0.012 to 0.035 in.) 

      If the play is not as specified, select and replace the race for the end of the input shaft assembly.

      HINT:

      There are 3 different thickness for races, if necessary, select one of them.

      Race thickness: mm (in.) 

      Fig 29: Measuring Thrust Play In Axial Direction
      G04462950Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      RACE THICKNESS SPECIFICATION

      Thickness Thickness
      0.8 (0.031) 1.0 (0.039)
      1.4 (0.055) -
  26. INSPECT INPUT SHAFT ENDPLAY 
    1. Make sure that the input shaft rotates smoothly.
      Fig 30: Inspecting Input Shaft Endplay
      G04462951Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002