FRONT AXLE HUB REMOVAL

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for both the RH and LH sides.

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.


  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

  2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL

  3. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT

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    1. Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the front axle hub nut.

      SST
      09930-00010

      Note

      Release the staked part of the lock nut completely. Otherwise, the screw of the drive shaft may be damaged.

    2. While applying the brake, remove the front axle hub nut.

  4. SEPARATE FRONT SPEED SENSOR

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    1. Disconnect the speed sensor wire from the shock absorber bracket.

    2. A0136TN

      Remove the bolt and separate the speed sensor front from the steering knuckle.

      Note


      • Keep both the tip and installation part of the speed sensor front free of foreign matter.

      • Remove the speed sensor from the steering knuckle without turning the speed sensor.

  5. SEPARATE FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY

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    1. Remove the bolt and separate the flexible hose from the shock absorber assembly.

    2. A013828

      Remove the 2 bolts and separate the front disc brake caliper assembly from the steering knuckle.

      Note

      Hang the caliper using a piece of string or equivalent.

  6. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE


    1. A0136MR

      Using torx socket wrench T30, remove the torx screw and front disc.

  7. SEPARATE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the cotter pin and castle nut.

    2. A0136K6E01

      Install SST (spacer B) to the threaded section of the tie rod end.

      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02060 )

      Tech Tips

      Make sure the upper ends of the threaded section of the tie rod end and SST (spacer B) are aligned.

    3. Using SST, separate the tie rod end from the front axle assembly.

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      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02010 )

      Note


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

      • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.

      • Be sure to place the wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.

      • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.

      • Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.

  8. SEPARATE FRONT STABILIZER BAR

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    1. Hold the bolt with a spanner (10 mm) and remove the nut.

    2. Remove the 2 cushion retainers and 2 cushions, and separate the front stabilizer bar.

  9. SEPARATE FRONT SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LOWER NO.1


    1. Remove the clip and castle nut.

    2. A0135XUE01

      Install SST (spacer B) to the threaded section of the lower ball joint.

      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02060 )

      Tech Tips

      Make sure the upper ends of the threaded section of the lower ball joint and SST (spacer B) are aligned.

    3. Using SST, separate the lower arm.

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      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02010 )

      Note


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

      • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.

      • Be sure to place the wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.

      • Do not damage the lower ball joint dust cover.

      • Do not damage the drive shaft outboard joint boots.

      • Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.

  10. SEPARATE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY


    1. Using a plastic hammer, tap the end of the front drive shaft assembly and disengage the fitting between the front drive shaft assembly and front axle assembly.

      Tech Tips

      If it is difficult to disengage the fitting, tap the end of the front drive shaft assembly with a brass bar and hammer.

    2. Push the front axle assembly out of the vehicle to remove the front drive shaft assembly from the front axle assembly.

      Note


      • Do not push the front axle assembly further out of the vehicle than is necessary.

      • Do not damage the front axle outboard joint boot.

      • Do not damage the speed sensor rotor.

      • Hang the front drive shaft assembly down with a piece of string or equivalent.

      • When removing the drive shaft, do not hit the sensor with it.

  11. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

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    1. Using a screwdriver and hammer, remove the front drive shaft assembly.

      Note


      • Do not damage the oil seal or the boot.

      • Do not drop the drive shaft assembly.

  12. FIX FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY

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    SST
    09608-16042   ( 09608-02021, 09608-02041 )

    Note

    The hub bearing could be damaged if it is subjected to the vehicle's full weight, such as when moving the vehicle with the drive shaft removed. If it is absolutely necessary to place the vehicle's full weight on the hub bearing, first support it with SST.

  13. REMOVE STEERING KNUCKLE

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    1. Loosen the nut.

    2. A0136R7

      Using a piece of string or equivalent, hang the steering knuckle so as not to let it fall off.

    3. A01372F

      Using a screwdriver, widen the steering slit portion and remove the steering knuckle from the front shock absorber.

      Note

      Do not widen the steering knuckle slit portion by more than 10 mm.