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REAR AXLE HUB REMOVAL

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CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization, or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed, installed, or replaced during the rear axle hub removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedure After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced
Replacement Part or Procedure Necessary Procedures Effects/Inoperative when not Performed Link
Suspension, tires, etc.

  • Ultrasonic sensor detection angle

  • Ultrasonic sensor detection angle registration

 Parking support brake system

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  • Parking assist ECU initialization

  • Adjust steering angle

  • Rear television camera view adjustment (for Rear camera detection system)

 Panoramic view monitor system

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Rear television camera assembly optical axis (Back camera position setting) Parking assist monitor system

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Rear steering link assembly or rear suspension have been removed/installed, replaced, or adjusted

  • Perform actuator calibration value initialization

  • Perform neutral position memorization and motor rotation angle Sensor calibration

 Steering wheel off-center

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  • w/o Air Suspension System:

  • Replacement of the rear height control sensor sub-assembly LH, removal and reinstallation of the rear height control sensor sub-assembly LH, replacement of the suspension, etc. have been performed.

 Perform headlight ECU sub-assembly LH initialization Automatic headlight beam level control system

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Note:

Be sure to read the "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing.

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Tip:

  • Use the same procedure for the RH and LH side.

  • The following procedure is for the LH side.

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PROCEDURE


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    AIR SUSPENSION CONTROL PROHIBITED (w/ Air Suspension)

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    DISCONNECT BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP CONNECTOR

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    REMOVE REAR WHEEL

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    DISCONNECT REAR HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. B004YGS

      Disconnect the bolt and rear height control sensor sub-assembly LH.

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    DISCONNECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH

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    REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT LH


    1. B004TO5N01

      Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the rear axle shaft nut LH.

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      Note:

      • Set SST in the groove with its flat surface facing upward.

      • Do not grind the tip of SST with a grinder or other tools.

      • Fully unstake the rear axle shaft nut LH.

      • Do not damage the threads of the rear drive shaft assembly LH.

    2. Using a 32 mm socket wrench, remove the rear axle shaft nut LH.

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    DISCONNECT SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE


    1. B004S7Z

      for LH Side:


      1. Disconnect the speed sensor connector from the speed sensor LH.

        Note:

        • Be careful not to damage the speed sensor.

        • Prevent foreign matter from adhering to the speed sensor.

      2. Remove the bolt and sensor clamp.

    2. B004RO5

      for RH Side:


      1. Disconnect the speed sensor connector from the speed sensor RH.

        Note:

        • Be careful not to damage the speed sensor.

        • Prevent foreign matter from adhering to the speed sensor.

      2. Disconnect the pad wear indicator connector.

      3. Remove the bolt and sensor clamp.

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    REMOVE REAR SPEED SENSOR LH

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    DISCONNECT REAR DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY


    1. B004WT1

      for RH side:


      1. Detach the 2 clamps to disconnect the pad wear indicator assembly.

    2. B004UIF

      Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect disc brake cylinder assembly LH from the steering knuckle.

      Note:

      Use wire or an equivalent tool to keep the rear disc brake cylinder assembly LH from hanging down by the flexible hose.

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    REMOVE PARKING BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTING HOLE PLUG


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    REMOVE REAR DISC LH


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    REMOVE PARKING BRAKE

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    DISCONNECT REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH (w/o Air Suspension)


    1. B004R26

      Remove the nut from the rear shock absorber with coil spring (lower side).

    2. B004SA4C01
      B004RMI Remove in this Direction (1)
      B004T3S Remove in this Direction (2)

      Remove the rear shock absorber with coil spring and washer as shown in the illustration.

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    DISCONNECT REAR PNEUMATIC CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH WITH SHOCK ABSORBER (w/ Air Suspension)

    Tip:

    Use the same procedure for the rear shock absorber assebmly LH.

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    DISCONNECT REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. B004TMCC01
      *a A
      *b Arm
      *c Slide Pin
      *d Axle Carrier
      B004SZX Front of the Vehicle

      Using a plastic-faced hammer or equivalent, strike the part labeled A from the rear of the vehicle to maintain the clearance at the slide pin area.

      Note:

      Be careful not to damage the arm.

    2. B004TGD

      Remove the nut, bolt and washer.

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    DISCONNECT LOWER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. B004UAS

      Remove the nut.

    2. B004T1EC01
      *a SST (Spacer B) *b 1 mm (0.0394 in.)
      *c Spacer *d Center Nut
      *e Body *f Claw
      *g Parallel *h String

      Install 2 SST (spacer B) onto the lower control arm assembly LH so that there is a space of approximately 1 mm (0.0394 in.) between the arm and spacers.

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      Note:

      • Make sure to install the spacers (SST spacer B) as the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH spacer may shift.

      • As SST may become damaged, make sure the space between the arm and spacers is not 1 mm (0.0394 in.) or less.

    3. Using SST, disconnect the lower control arm assembly LH from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.

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      Note:

      • Apply molybdenum grease to the bolt threads and end of SST bolt.

      • Do not damage the dust cover.

      • As the dust cover may be damaged, adjust SST with the center nut so that the body and claw are parallel.

      • Make sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.

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    DISCONNECT TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY LH (w/o Dynamic Rear Steering)


    1. B004SRZ

      Remove the nut.

    2. B004VMNC01
      *a SST (Spacer B) *b 1 mm (0.0394 in.)
      *c Spacer *d Center Nut
      *e Body *f Claw
      *g Parallel *h String

      Install 2 SST (spacer B) onto the toe control link sub-assembly LH so that there is a space of approximately 1 mm (0.0394 in.) between the arm and spacers.

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      Note:

      • Make sure to install the spacers (SST spacer B) as the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH spacer may shift.

      • As SST may become damaged, make sure the space between the arm and spacers is not 1 mm (0.0394 in.) or less.

    3. Using SST, disconnect the toe control link sub-assembly LH from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.

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      Note:

      • Apply molybdenum grease to the bolt threads and end of SST bolt.

      • Do not damage the dust cover.

      • As the dust cover may be damaged, adjust SST with the center nut so that the body and claw are parallel.

      • Make sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.

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    DISCONNECT REAR STEERING TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH (w/ Dynamic Rear Steering)

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    DISCONNECT REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. B004V4G

      Remove the nut.

    2. B004YPNC01
      *a SST (Spacer A) *b 1 mm (0.0394 in.)
      *c Spacer *d Center Nut
      *e Body *f Claw
      *g Parallel *h String

      Install 2 SST (spacer A) onto the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly LH so that there is a space of approximately 1 mm (0.0394 in.) between the arm and spacers.

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      Note:

      • Make sure to install the spacers (SST spacer A) as the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH spacer may shift.

      • As SST may become damaged, make sure the space between the arm and spacers is not 1 mm (0.0394 in.) or less.

    3. Using SST, disconnect the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly LH from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.

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      Note:

      • Apply molybdenum grease to the bolt threads and end of SST bolt.

      • Do not damage the dust cover.

      • As the dust cover may be damaged, adjust SST with the center nut so that the body and claw are parallel.

      • Make sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.

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    DISCONNECT REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. B004W2Q

      Remove the nut.

    2. B004TCFC01
      *a SST (Spacer A) *b 1 mm (0.0394 in.)
      *c Spacer *d Center Nut
      *e Body *f Claw
      *g Parallel *h String

      Install 2 SST (spacer A) onto the rear upper control arm assembly LH so that there is a space of approximately 1 mm (0.0394 in.) between the arm and spacers.

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      Note:

      • Make sure to install the spacers (SST spacer A) as the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH spacer may shift.

      • As SST may become damaged, make sure the space between the arm and spacers is not 1 mm (0.0394 in.) or less.

    3. Using SST, disconnect the rear upper control arm assembly LH from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.

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      Note:

      • Apply molybdenum grease to the bolt threads and end of SST bolt.

      • Do not damage the dust cover.

      • As the dust cover may be damaged, adjust SST with the center nut so that the body and claw are parallel.

      • Make sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.

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    REMOVE REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY


    1. B004RI8C01
      *a Matchmark

      Place matchmarks on the rear axle hub and bearing assembly LH and rear drive shaft assembly LH as shown in the illustration.

    2. Using a plastic-faced hammer, lightly tap the end of the drive shaft assembly and disengage the drive shaft and rear axle carrier.

      Tip:

      If the connection is stiff, tap the end of the drive shaft using a brass bar and hammer.

    3. Pull the rear axle assembly LH toward the vehicle exterior while supporting the rear drive shaft assembly.

      Note:

      • Do not damage the drive shaft outboard joint boot.

      • Suspend the drive shaft assembly with rope, wire or an equivalent tool.

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    REMOVE REAR NO. 1 WHEEL BEARING DUST DEFLECTOR LH


    1. B004UFT

      Using a screwdriver, remove the rear No. 1 wheel bearing dust deflector LH from the rear axle carrier.

      Note:

      The rear axle carrier is made from aluminum. Therefore, take care that it does not become dented.

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    REMOVE REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY LH


    1. B004VM4

      Remove the 4 bolts and rear axle hub and bearing assembly LH from the rear axle carrier.

    2. B004XDO

      Remove the 2 nuts and parking brake anchor block sub-assembly, cable support bracket and parking brake plate from the rear axle carrier.