How do I know what Toyota differential I have?

Determining the Toyota Differential Type
To determine the type of differential in your Toyota vehicle, you can follow these steps:
1. Check for a differential identification tag: Some Toyota vehicles have a tag on the differential housing that provides information about the type of differential. Look for this tag, which may be located on the front or rear differential housing.
2. Look for an LSD sticker: Limited Slip Differentials (LSD) may have a sticker on the differential housing indicating their presence. However, these stickers can come off over time and may not be present on all LSD-equipped differentials.
3. Visual identification: If the above methods do not provide clear information, you can visually inspect the differential and compare it to known differential types. This method may require some knowledge or expertise in identifying differentials.
It’s important to note that the information provided above is a general guide, and the specific method for identifying the differential in your Toyota vehicle may vary depending on the model and year. If you’re unsure or need more accurate information, it’s recommended to consult a Toyota dealership or a differential specialist for assistance.
I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.

Does my car have 2 differentials?

All vehicles have differentials of some kind. In front wheel drive vehicles the differential is in the front and called a transaxle. In rear-wheel drive vehicles, the differential is in the back. Four wheel drive vehicles run power through the transmission into a transfercase and then too front and back differentials.

How do I find the gear ratio on my Toyota VIN number?

You will find information here about a car’s model brand. And gear ratio some VIN numbers do not include information about the gear ratio. And in these circumstances.

Where is the gear ratio stamped?

Check Differential Cover
On the axle you might have a sticker, and on the differential cover you might have a little metal tag that’s sticking out. That will have the gear ratio stamped right on that.

What are the different types of Toyota diffs?

Toyota – Differential Identification

• Toyota 7.5” Front Standard Rotation 4-Cylinder.
• Toyota 7.5” Front Standard Rotation V6.
• Toyota 7.5″ Reverse Rotation Clamshell Front SD19A.
• Toyota 8.2” Rear.
• Toyota 8.4” Rear, 1995-2014 Tacoma.
• Toyota 8.75” Rear, 2016-On Tacoma.
• Toyota 9” Front, 2007-2014 Tundra.

Where is the differential number located?

Information about Differentials in GM vehicles can usually be obtained by looking at the RPO or “Regular Production Option” codes contained in the Service Parts Identification tag in the glovebox or the driver’s side door jamb (B-Pillar).

How do I know what differential I have?

How to Identify Your Differential and Axle Type

1. Cover Bolt Count. Since most differentials have a unique cover bolt pattern i.e. 10-bolt, 12-bolt, or 14-bolt, counting them up will narrow the field and help you with identification.
2. Axle Flotation.
3. Get Your Spline In Line.
4. Spec Out Your Hub.
5. Pinion Size & Ring Gear Diameter.

What type of rear differential do I have?

The easiest way to tell if you have an open differential is to jack up the car and spin one of the rear tires. If the other wheel spins in the opposite direction, you have an open differential. If it spins in the same direction, you have a limited slip differential, or LSD.

How do you tell the difference between limited slip diff and normal diff?

The main difference encountered in limited slip differential vs open differential is that the latter transfers more power to the less resisting wheel. Meanwhile, the limited-slip differential transmits power to the wheel with the most traction. The differences between these differential systems don’t end here.

How do I find my differential gear ratio?

The calculation uses the number of teeth in the ring gear and divides it by the number of teeth in the pinion gear to provide you with a “[result] to 1” ratio. For example, if the pinion gear has 41 teeth, and the ring gear has 11 teeth, the ratio would be calculated as 41/11, which is equal to 3.73 = 3.73:1.

Can you tell gear ratio from VIN?

You don’t. That information is not contained in the VIN, UNLESS a specific model only gets one rear end ratio. VIN tells country of manufacture, vehicle make, class, engine type, size, date of manufacture, plant and serial number. That is the ONLY information contained by the VIN.