CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization, or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed and installed, or replaced during front axle hub sub-assembly removal/installation are shown below.
| Replaced Part or Performed Procedure | Necessary Procedure | Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front wheel alignment adjustment | Perform system variant learning and acceleration sensor zero point calibration. |
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Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
The following procedure is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE
REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT
SEPARATE FRONT SPEED SENSOR
Remove the bolt and separate the front speed sensor and front flexible hose from the front shock absorber assembly.
Note
Be sure to separate the front speed sensor and front flexible hose from the front shock absorber assembly completely.
Remove the bolt, disengage the clamp and separate the front speed sensor from the front shock absorber assembly and steering knuckle.
Note
Prevent foreign matter from contacting the sensor tip.
Be careful not to damage the front speed sensor.
Clean the speed sensor installation hole and the contact surfaces every time the front speed sensor is removed.
SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
SEPARATE FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY
REMOVE FRONT DISC
SEPARATE FRONT LOWER NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY
Remove the bolt and 2 nuts and separate the front lower No. 1 suspension arm sub-assembly from the front lower ball joint assembly.
SEPARATE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
| *a | Matchmark |
Put matchmarks on the front drive shaft assembly and the front axle hub sub-assembly.
Using a plastic hammer, separate the front drive shaft assembly from the front axle assembly.
Note
Do not damage the front drive shaft outboard joint boot.
Do not push the front axle assembly towards the outside of the vehicle any further than necessary.
Tech Tips
If it is difficult to separate the front drive shaft assembly from the front axle assembly, tap the end of the front drive shaft assembly using a brass bar and a hammer.
REMOVE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY
Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and front axle assembly from the front shock absorber assembly.
Note
When removing the nuts, keep the bolts from rotating.
REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY
Secure the front axle assembly between aluminum plates in a vise.
Note
Do not overtighten the vise.
Remove the 4 bolts, front axle hub sub-assembly and front disc brake dust cover from the steering knuckle.
Note
Do not drop the front axle hub sub-assembly.
Be careful not to damage the speed sensor rotor or contact surfaces.
Do not allow foreign matter to contact the speed sensor rotor or contact surfaces.