REAR DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR SHAFT OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT

Tech Tips

Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
The following procedure is for the LH side.

REMOVE REAR WHEEL
DRAIN DIFFERENTIAL OIL
1. Using a hexagon wrench (10 mm), remove the differential filler plug and gasket.
  
  Tech Tips
  
  Add differential oil before installing the gasket and fully tightening the rear differential filler plug.
2. Using a hexagon wrench (10 mm), remove the differential drain plug and gasket, and drain the oil.
3. Using a hexagon wrench (10 mm), install the differential drain plug with a new gasket.
  
  Torque:
  
  49 N*m { 500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf }
REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT
1. Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the axle shaft nut.
  
  SST
  
  09930-00010
  
  Note
  
  Release the staked part of the nut completely, otherwise the threads of the drive shaft may be damaged.
2. While depressing the brake pedal, remove the axle shaft nut.
SEPARATE REAR DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the 2 bolts and separate the rear disc brake cylinder assembly.
  
  Note
  
  Hang the caliper with wire or equivalent.
REMOVE REAR DISC
1. Put matchmarks on the rear disc and rear axle hub.
2. Release the parking brake and remove the rear disc.
  
  Tech Tips
  
  If the disc cannot be removed easily, turn and press firmly the shoe adjuster until the wheel comes free.
REMOVE NO. 2 DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT PROTECTOR
1. Remove the 2 nuts and No. 2 differential support protector.
REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BRACE
1. Remove the 2 bolts and rear suspension member brace.
SEPARATE REAR SPEED SENSOR
1. Remove the 2 bolts and separate the rear speed sensor.
  
  Note
  
  Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the sensor tip.
REMOVE NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE SHOE RETURN TENSION SPRING
1. Using SST, remove the No. 2 parking brake shoe return tension spring.
  
  SST
  
  09703-30011
REMOVE NO. 1 PARKING BRAKE SHOE RETURN TENSION SPRING
1. Using SST, remove the No. 1 parking brake shoe return tension spring.
  
  SST
  
  09703-30011
REMOVE PARKING BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTING SCREW SET
1. Spread apart the No. 1 parking brake shoe assembly and No. 2 parking brake shoe assembly, and remove the parking brake shoe adjusting screw set.
REMOVE NO. 1 PARKING BRAKE SHOE ASSEMBLY
1. Using SST, remove the No. 1 shoe hold down spring cup, No. 1 compression spring and No. 1 shoe hold down spring pin.
  
  SST
  
  09718-00011
2. Remove the No. 1 parking brake shoe assembly.
  
  Tech Tips
  
  Use the service hole to retain the No. 1 shoe hold down spring pin.
REMOVE NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE SHOE ASSEMBLY
1. Using SST, remove the No. 1 shoe hold down spring cup, No. 1 compression spring and No. 1 shoe hold down spring pin.
  
  SST
  
  09718-00011
2. Remove the No. 2 parking brake shoe assembly.
  
  Tech Tips
  
  Use the service hole to retain the No. 1 shoe hold down spring pin with your finger.
REMOVE PARKING BRAKE SHOE LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the parking brake shoe lever sub-assembly.
SEPARATE NO. 3 PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the 2 nuts, and separate the parking brake cable assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.
REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Support the rear axle assembly with a jack using a wooden block.
2. Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts, and rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly.
  
  Note
  
  Turn the bolts while holding the nuts.
REMOVE REAR NO. 2 UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the nut.
2. Install 2 spacers (SST spacer B) as shown in the illustration.
  
  SST
  
  09960-20010 ( 09961-02060, 09961-02060 )
  
  A
  
  1 mm (0.0394 in.) or more
  
  Note
  
  As SST may be damaged, make sure that the clearance between the arm and spacers is less than 1 mm (0.0394 in.).
3. Using SST, separate the rear No. 2 upper control arm assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.
  
  SST
  
  09960-20010 ( 09961-02010, 09961-02060, 09961-02060 )
  
  CAUTION:
  
  Apply grease to the threads and end of the SST bolt.
  Note
  
  Install SST so that A and B are parallel.
  
  Be sure to place a wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.
  
  Make sure that SST is securely positioned on the rear axle carrier.
  
  Use caution not to damage the rear axle carrier sub-assembly because it is made of aluminum and may be damaged easily.
  
  Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
  
  Make sure that the SST string is securely tied to the vehicle.
  If the rear axle carrier spacer has come off, replace the rear axle carrier sub-assembly with a new one.
4. Remove the bolt, nut, washer, and rear No. 2 upper control arm assembly.
  
  Tech Tips
  
  Push the rear axle assembly downward.
SEPARATE TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Put matchmarks on the toe adjust plate and rear suspension member.
2. Loosen the nut.
  
  Tech Tips
  
  Do not remove the nut, the toe adjust plate and the toe control link sub-assembly.
3. Remove the nut.
4. Install 2 spacers (SST spacer B) as shown in the illustration.
  
  SST
  
  09960-20010 ( 09961-02060, 09961-02060 )
  
  A
  
  1 mm (0.0394 in.) or more
  
  Note
  
  As SST may be damaged, make sure that the clearance between the arm and spacers is less than 1 mm (0.0394 in.).
5. Using SST, separate the toe control link sub-assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.
  
  SST
  
  09960-20010 ( 09961-02010, 09961-02060, 09961-02060 )
  
  CAUTION:
  
  Apply grease to the threads and end of the SST bolt.
  Note
  
  Install SST so that A and B are parallel.
  
  Be sure to place a wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.
  
  Make sure that SST is securely positioned on the rear axle carrier spacer.
  
  Be careful not to damage the rear axle carrier sub-assembly because it is made of aluminum and may be damaged easily.
  
  Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
  
  Make sure that the SST string is securely tied to the vehicle.
  If the rear axle carrier spacer has come off, replace the rear axle carrier sub-assembly with a new one.
REMOVE REAR NO. 1 UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the bolt, nut, and washer, and separate the rear No. 1 upper control arm assembly from the rear axle carrier.
2. Remove the bolt, nut, washer, and rear No. 1 upper control arm assembly.
SEPARATE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the bolt and nut, and separate the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.
  
  Note
  
  Turn the bolt while holding the nut.
REMOVE REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY
1. Using a plastic hammer, separate the rear drive shaft assembly from the rear axle assembly.
  Note
  - Be careful not to damage the boot.
  - Use wire or equivalent to prevent the rear drive shaft assembly from hanging down.
REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
1. Using SST, remove the rear drive shaft assembly.
  
  SST
  
  09520-01010
  
  09520-24010 ( 09520-32040 )
  Note
  
  Be careful not to damage the oil seal, inboard joint boot or drive shaft dust cover.
  
  Be careful not to drop the drive shaft assembly.
REMOVE HOLE SNAP RING
1. Using a screwdriver, remove the hole snap ring.
REMOVE REAR DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR SHAFT OIL SEAL
1. Using SST, remove the rear differential side gear shaft oil seal.
  
  SST
  
  09308-00010
INSTALL REAR DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR SHAFT OIL SEAL
1. Using SST and a hammer, install a new rear differential side gear shaft oil seal.
  
  SST
  
  09223-15030
  
  09950-70010 ( 09951-07200 )
  
  Oil seal installation depth
  
  -0.5 to 0.5 mm (-0.0197 to 0.0197 in.)
  Note
  
  Make sure to check the identification marks on the oil seals before installation because the parts numbers differ between the left and right sides.
  
  To ensure a proper seal, evenly tap in the rear differential side gear shaft oil seal.
  
  After installing oil seal, tap it in until surface is flush with the rear differential carrier.
2. Apply MP grease to the rear differential side gear shaft oil seal lip.
INSTALL HOLE SNAP RING
1. Install a new hole snap ring.
INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
1. Coat the spline of the inboard joint shaft assembly with gear oil.
2. Set the shaft snap ring with the opening side facing down.
3. Align the shaft splines and install the drive shaft assembly with a brass bar and a hammer.
  Note
  
  Be careful not to damage the drive shaft dust cover, boot or oil seal.
  
  Move the drive shaft assembly while keeping it level.
  Tech Tips
  
  It is possible to determine if the inboard joint shaft is properly engaged (the shaft is in contact with the pinion shaft, and the snap ring is engaged in the pinion gear) based on the sound or feeling when the shaft is driven in.
4. Install the rear drive shaft assembly to the rear axle carrier.
  
  Note
  
  Be careful not to damage the drive shaft boot.
INSTALL REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY
1. Connect the rear drive shaft assembly and to the rear axle assembly.
TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Temporarily tighten the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly to the rear axle carrier sub-assembly with the bolt and nut.
  
  Note
  
  Turn the bolt while holding the nut.
  
  Tech Tips
  
  Install the bolt from the rear side of the vehicle and temporarily tighten the bolt.
TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 1 UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Temporarily tighten the rear No. 1 upper control arm assembly to the rear suspension member with the bolt, nut, and washer.
2. Temporarily tighten the rear No. 1 upper control arm assembly to the rear axle carrier sub-assembly with the bolt, nut, and washer.
TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Temporarily tighten the nut.
  
  Note
  
  Align the matchmarks on the rear suspension member and toe adjust plate.
  
  Tech Tips
  
  Fully tighten the nut after stabilizing the suspension.
2. Install the toe control link sub-assembly with a new nut.
  
  Torque:
  
  70 N*m { 714 kgf*cm, 52 ft.*lbf }
TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Insert the stud of the rear No. 2 upper control arm assembly to the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.
2. Temporarily install the rear No. 2 upper control arm assembly to the rear suspension member with the bolt, nut, and washer.
  
  Tech Tips
  
  Push the axle carrier downward.
3. Temporarily tighten the nut.
4. Install a new nut and fully tighten the nut.
  
  Torque:
  
  70 N*m { 714 kgf*cm, 52 ft.*lbf }
TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Support the rear axle assembly with a jack using a wooden block.
2. Temporarily tighten the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.
  
  Note
  
  Turn the bolts while holding the nuts.
  
  Tech Tips
  
  Fully tighten the bolts after stabilizing the suspension.
INSTALL NO. 3 PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY
1. Install the parking brake cable assembly to the rear axle carrier sub-assembly with the 2 nuts.
  
  Torque:
  
  8.0 N*m { 82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf }
APPLY HIGH TEMPERATURE GREASE
1. Apply a thin layer of high temperature grease to the area where the parking brake plate contacts the parking brake shoe Click here.
INSTALL PARKING BRAKE SHOE LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Apply a thin layer of high temperature grease to the area where the parking brake shoe lever contacts the parking brake anchor block.
2. Install the parking brake shoe lever sub-assembly to the parking brake cable assembly.
  
  Note
  
  Be sure to install the parking brake shoe lever sub-assembly in the correct position and direction because the direction of the pin is different between the LH side and RH side.
INSTALL NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE SHOE ASSEMBLY
1. Using SST, install the No. 2 parking brake shoe assembly with the No. 1 shoe hold down spring cup, No. 1 compression spring and No. 1 shoe hold down spring pin.
  
  SST
  
  09718-00011
  
  Tech Tips
  
  Use the service hole to retain the No. 1 shoe hold down spring pin with your finger.
INSTALL NO. 1 PARKING BRAKE SHOE ASSEMBLY
1. Using SST, install the No. 1 parking brake shoe assembly with the No. 1 shoe hold down spring cup, No. 1 compression spring and No. 1 shoe hold down spring pin.
  
  SST
  
  09718-00011
  
  Tech Tips
  
  Use the service hole to retain the No. 1 shoe hold down spring pin.
INSTALL PARKING BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTING SCREW SET
1. Apply high temperature grease to the threads and all joints of the parking brake shoe adjusting screw set.
2. Install the parking brake shoe adjusting screw set.
INSTALL NO. 1 PARKING BRAKE SHOE RETURN TENSION SPRING
1. Using SST, install the No. 1 parking brake shoe return tension spring.
  
  SST
  
  09703-30011
INSTALL NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE SHOE RETURN TENSION SPRING
1. Using SST, install the No. 2 parking brake shoe return spring.
  
  SST
  
  09703-30011
INSPECT PARKING BRAKE INSTALLATION
1. Make sure that all parts are installed properly. If necessary, reinstall them properly.
INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR
1. Install the rear speed sensor with the bolt A and bolt B.
  
  Torque:
  
  Bolt A
  
  6.0 N*m { 61 kgf*cm, 53 in.*lbf }
  
  Bolt B
  
  8.5 N*m { 87 kgf*cm, 75 in.*lbf }
  Note
  
  Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the sensor tip.
  
  Do not twist the rear speed sensor when installing it.
INSTALL REAR DISC
1. Align matchmarks of the rear disc and rear axle hub, and install the rear disc.
  
  Note
  
  When replacing the disc with a new one, select the installation position where the rear disc has minimal runout.
INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY
1. Install the rear disc brake cylinder assembly to the rear axle carrier with the 2 bolts.
  
  Torque:
  
  54 N*m { 551 kgf*cm, 40 ft.*lbf }
  Note
  
  Do not twist the brake hose.
  
  Make sure that the bolts are free from damage and foreign matter.
  
  Do not overtighten the bolts.
INSTALL REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT
1. Clean the threaded parts on the drive shaft and axle hub nut using a non-residue solvent.
  Note
  - Be sure to perform this work for a new drive shaft.
  - Keep the threaded parts free of oil and foreign objects.
2. Install a new rear axle shaft nut.
  
  Torque:
  
  290 N*m { 2957 kgf*cm, 214 ft.*lbf }
3. Using a chisel and hammer, stake the rear axle shaft nut.
STABILIZE SUSPENSION
1. Install the rear wheels.
2. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
3. Bounce the vehicle up and down at the corners to stabilize the rear suspension.
4. Remove the rear wheels.
5. Jack up the axle carrier, with a wooden block placed between the jack and axle carrier, to apply a load to the suspension so that the rear drive shaft assembly becomes level.
FULLY TIGHTEN TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Fully tighten the nut on the rear suspension member side.
  
  Torque:
  
  50 N*m { 510 kgf*cm, 37 ft.*lbf }
  
  Note
  
  Check that the matchmarks on the rear suspension member and toe adjust plate are aligned.
FULLY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 1 UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Fully tighten the nut.
  
  Torque:
  
  161 N*m { 1642 kgf*cm, 119 ft.*lbf }
2. Using a ball joint lock nut wrench (19 mm), fully tighten the nut.
  
  Torque:
  
  without the ball joint lock nut wrench (19 mm)
  
  161 N*m { 1642 kgf*cm, 119 ft.*lbf }
  
  with the ball joint lock nut wrench (19 mm)
  
  119 N*m { 1214 kgf*cm, 88 ft.*lbf }
  Note
  
  Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 425 mm (16.73 in.).
  
  Use the recommended ball joint lock nut wrench (19 mm).
  
  This torque value is effective when the ball joint lock nut wrench (19 mm) is parallel to the torque wrench.
FULLY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Using a ball joint lock nut wrench (19 mm), fully tighten the nut.
  
  Torque:
  
  without the ball joint lock nut wrench (19 mm)
  
  145 N*m { 1479 kgf*cm, 107 ft.*lbf }
  
  with the ball joint lock nut wrench (19 mm)
  
  107 N*m { 1091 kgf*cm, 79 ft.*lbf }
  Note
  
  Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 425 mm (16.73 in.).
  
  Use the recommended ball joint lock nut wrench (19 mm).
  
  This torque value is effective when the ball joint lock nut wrench (19 mm) is parallel to the torque wrench.
FULLY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Fully tighten the 2 bolts.
  
  Torque:
  
  Bolt A
  
  95 N*m { 969 kgf*cm, 70 ft.*lbf }
  
  Bolt B
  
  100 N*m { 1020 kgf*cm, 74 ft.*lbf }
  
  Note
  
  Turn the bolts while holding the nuts.
FULLY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY
1. Fully tighten the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly with the bolt and nut.
  
  Torque:
  
  161 N*m { 1642 kgf*cm, 119 ft.*lbf }
  
  Note
  
  Turn the bolt while holding the nut.
INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BRACE
1. Install the rear suspension member brace with the 2 bolts.
  
  Torque:
  
  50 N*m { 510 kgf*cm, 37 ft.*lbf }
INSTALL NO. 2 DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT PROTECTOR
1. Install the No. 2 differential support protector with the 2 nuts.
ADD DIFFERENTIAL OIL
1. Using a hexagon wrench (10 mm), remove the differential filler plug and gasket.
2. Add oil.
  
  Capacity
  
  1.3 to 1.4 liters (1.4 to 1.5 US qts, 1.1 to 1.2 Imp. qts)
  
  Oil grade
  
  Toyota genuine differential gear oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
3. Check the oil level.
4. Using a hexagon wrench (10 mm), install the differential filler plug with a new gasket.
  
  Torque:
  
  49 N*m { 500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf }
  
  Note
  
  After replacing the oil, recheck the oil level after driving.
INSPECT FOR DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEAK
ADJUST PARKING BRAKE SHOE CLEARANCE AND PARKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL
1. Remove the No. 1 instrument panel under cover sub-assembly Click here.
2. Completely release the parking brake pedal.
3. Loosen the lock nut and No. 1 wire adjusting nut to completely release the parking brake cable.
4. Remove the rear wheel.
5. Temporarily install the hub nuts.
6. Remove the shoe adjusting hole plug.
7. Turn the shoe adjuster and expand the shoe until the disc locks.
8. Turn and contract the shoe adjuster until the disc can rotate smoothly.
  
  Standard
  
  Return 7 notches.
9. Check that there is no brake drag against the shoe.
10. Install the shoe adjusting hole plug.
11. Turn the adjusting nut until the parking brake pedal travel is corrected to be within the specified range.
  
  Parking brake pedal travel
  
  7 to 9 notches at 300 N (31 kgf, 67.5 lbf)
12. Using a wrench or an equivalent tool, hold the adjusting nut and tighten the lock nut.
  
  Torque:
  
  7.0 N*m { 71 kgf*cm, 62 in.*lbf }
13. Operate the parking brake pedal 3 to 4 times, and check the parking brake pedal travel.
14. Check that there is no brake drag against the shoe.
15. Remove the hub nuts.
16. Install the rear wheel.
  
  Torque:
  
  103 N*m { 1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf }
17. Install the No. 1 instrument panel under cover sub-assembly Click here.
INSPECT AND ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Click here
INSPECT BRAKE WARNING LIGHT
1. When operating the parking brake pedal, check that the brake warning light illuminates.
  
  Standard
  
  The brake warning light always illuminates at the first click.
CHECK ABS SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL

Click here