Yukon Gear Master Overhaul Kit For Toyota Tacoma and 4-Runner w/ Factory Electric Locker

Complete Differential Rebuild Kit for Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner, Tundra, and T100 with Factory Electric Locker

The YK TACOMA-LOC from Yukon Gear is a tailor-made master overhaul kit for the Toyota TV6 and Tacoma rear differential equipped with a factory-installed electric locking differential. Covering 1993-2015 Toyota Tacoma, 1993-1998 T100, 1996-2009 4Runner, 2000-2006 Tundra, 2007-2009 FJ Cruiser, and 2003-2009 Lexus GX470 applications that left the factory with the electric locker option, YK TACOMA-LOC includes Timken carrier bearings, Timken pinion bearings with matched races, a complete shim assortment, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve, oil baffles, slingers, thread locker, marking compound, and silicone. All components work together to restore factory differential performance in one purchase.

Features and Benefits

• Specifically engineered for the Toyota electric locker rear differential housing
• Timken carrier bearings and races for OEM-equivalent durability
• Timken inner and outer pinion bearings with precision-matched races
• Complete shim assortment for carrier and pinion depth adjustments
• High-quality pinion seal to eliminate gear oil leaks
• Crush sleeve included for correct pinion bearing preload
• Oil baffles and slingers for proper lubrication management
• Ring gear bolts and thread locking compound included
• Gear marking compound and brush for contact-pattern verification
• RTV silicone for differential cover sealing
• 1-year manufacturer warranty against defects

Vehicle Fitment

Specifications

What Is Included

• Timken carrier bearings and races (pair)
• Timken inner pinion bearing and race
• Timken outer pinion bearing and race
• High-quality pinion seal
• Complete shim kit (carrier and pinion depth)
• Ring gear bolts
• Pinion nut
• Crush sleeve
• Oil baffles and slingers
• Thread locking compound
• Gear marking compound with brush
• RTV silicone for differential cover
• 20-page installation instruction sheet

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the YK TACOMA-LOC include a crush sleeve?
Yes. The YK TACOMA-LOC includes a crush sleeve sized for the Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner electric locker rear differential.

What differential does YK TACOMA-LOC fit?
The YK TACOMA-LOC is designed for the Toyota TV6 and Tacoma rear differential housing with the factory-installed electric locking differential. It covers 1993-2015 Toyota Tacoma, 1993-1998 T100, 1996-2009 4Runner, 2000-2006 Tundra, 2007-2009 FJ Cruiser, and 2003-2009 Lexus GX470 with the factory locker option.

Will YK TACOMA-LOC work on a Tacoma without a factory electric locker?
No. The YK TACOMA-LOC is engineered for the specific bearing and housing dimensions of the factory electric-locker version. Non-locker Tacoma rear differentials require a different overhaul kit.

Does YK TACOMA-LOC fit the Lexus GX470?
Yes. The YK TACOMA-LOC fitment includes 2003-2009 Lexus GX470 models equipped with the factory rear electric locker, which shares the same differential housing as the Toyota platform.

Does YK TACOMA-LOC include ring gear bolts?
Yes. Ring gear bolts and thread locking compound are included with YK TACOMA-LOC.

Are Timken bearings used in YK TACOMA-LOC?
Yes. All carrier and pinion bearings in YK TACOMA-LOC are Timken-brand for OEM-quality strength and longevity.

What warranty covers YK TACOMA-LOC?
Yukon Gear backs the YK TACOMA-LOC with a 1-year limited warranty against manufacturer defects. Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, this written warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary by state.

Does YK TACOMA-LOC include installation instructions?
Yes. A 20-page differential installation instruction sheet is included with YK TACOMA-LOC.

Installation Overview

1. Drain gear oil and remove the differential cover; clean all mating surfaces thoroughly.
2. Remove the carrier assembly; inspect the housing bore and bearing pockets for wear.
3. Note the electric locker wiring harness connector location and protect it during disassembly.
4. Press out the existing pinion and remove all old bearings and races.
5. Install new Timken inner and outer pinion bearing races into the housing.
6. Set pinion depth using shims from the YK TACOMA-LOC kit and a dial indicator.
7. Install the crush sleeve and new inner pinion bearing; insert pinion into housing.
8. Install outer pinion bearing, oil slinger, and new pinion seal from the kit.
9. Install yoke and tighten the new pinion nut to achieve specified bearing preload.
10. Press new Timken carrier bearings onto the carrier; lower carrier into housing.
11. Adjust carrier shims to set factory-specified ring gear backlash.
12. Apply marking compound; verify contact pattern and adjust as needed.
13. Torque ring gear bolts with included thread locker to specification.
14. Reconnect electric locker harness; install differential cover with included silicone.

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