OEM Toyota Matrix Differential

Toyota Matrix Differential Parts and Q&A

• Case
  41301-21030
  Q: How to install the rear differential carrier assembly on Toyota Matrix?

  A:

  The installation of the rear differential carrier assembly begins by placing the differential between rear No. 1 differential support and the front side of the rear suspension member with two bolts, two nuts secured at 118 Nm (1200 kgf-cm, 87 ft-lbf). Follow by attaching support bolts through the differential to the rear side of the rear suspension member while using a torque of 137 Nm (1400 kgf-cm, 101 ft-lbf). After installing No. 6 exhaust pipe support bracket install the rear suspension member. Put differential oil into the unit before monitoring and adjusting the oil level using the inspection procedure. Inspect exhaust gas leaks then check and adjust both the rear wheel alignment together. Complete the verification process for the Speed Sensor signal according to the instructions that apply to vehicles with or without Vehicle Stability Control (VSC).
• Differential Carrier, Rear
  41110-58030
  Q: How to remove and replace the rear differential carrier assembly on Toyota Matrix?

  A:

  The first step to remove and replace the differential carrier assembly requires removal of the rear suspension member assembly. You must uninstall the No. 6 exhaust pipe support bracket at this point. The next step requires users to take out the 2 rear mounting bolts before removing the 2 bolts and 2 nuts which secure the rear differential with differential support while paying attention to nuts with tabs that stop rotation. The next step is to uninstall the rear No. 1 differential support through the removal of its 2 nuts along with 2 bolts but remember to note the tabbed nuts. Progress by removing the differential support after taking out its three bolts. When changing the rear differential dynamic damper the technician must take out the bolt together with the whole damper unit.