DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
The differential is a hypoid-type with integral carrier housing. The differential is mounted with rubber mounts in the rear suspension member. The drive shaft is a 2-piece design, supported by a center bearing.
LX470 drive axle assembly is a hypoid gear-type with separate carrier housing. See Toyota DIFFERENTIALS & AXLE SHAFTS - LAND CRUISER article for inspection and overhaul procedures. For information on LX470 with electronic differential, see Toyota ELECTRONIC LOCKING DIFFERENTIALS article.