REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL


  1. REMOVE REAR WHEELS

  2. DRAIN DIFFERENTIAL OIL


    1. Using a hexagon wrench (10 mm), remove the differential filler plug and gasket.

    2. Using a hexagon wrench (10 mm), remove the differential drain plug and gasket, and drain the oil.

  3. REMOVE NO. 2 DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT PROTECTOR


    1. A0163AZ

      Remove the 2 nuts and No. 2 differential support protector.

  4. REMOVE NO. 1 DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT PROTECTOR

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the No. 2 differential support protector.

  5. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BRACE LH


    1. A015YQ6

      Remove the 2 bolts and rear suspension member brace.

  6. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BRACE RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  7. REMOVE PROPELLER SHAFT WITH CENTER BEARING ASSEMBLY

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  8. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT LH


    1. A015YIBE01

      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.

  9. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  10. SEPARATE REAR DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01631D

      Remove the 2 bolts and separate the rear disc brake cylinder assembly.

      Note

      Hang the caliper with wire or equivalent.

  11. SEPARATE REAR DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  12. REMOVE REAR DISC (for LH Side)


    1. A015ZN1E01

      Put matchmarks on the rear disc and rear axle hub.

    2. A0163A5

      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.

  13. REMOVE REAR DISC (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  14. SEPARATE REAR SPEED SENSOR LH


    1. A0161WX

      Remove the 2 bolts and separate the rear speed sensor.

      Note

      Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the sensor tip.

  15. SEPARATE REAR SPEED SENSOR RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  16. SEPARATE NO. 3 PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the 3 bolts and disengage the 2 clamps.

      A015Z97

    2. Separate the No. 3 parking brake cable assembly from the parking brake equalizer.

  17. SEPARATE NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the No. 3 parking brake cable assembly.

  18. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A0161UFE02

      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.

  19. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  20. REMOVE TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01626C

      Remove the nut.

    2. A0162N9E01

      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, remove 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 )
      A0162U2E01

      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.

      • 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. A0161WME01

      Put matchmarks on the toe adjust plate and rear suspension member.

    5. Remove the nut, toe adjust cam, toe adjust plate, and toe control link sub-assembly.

  21. REMOVE TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  22. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY (for LH Side)


    1. A0162S7

      Remove the nut.

    2. A01618RE01

      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 )
      A015ZA0E01

      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. A0161PB

      Remove the bolt, nut, washer, and rear No. 2 upper control arm assembly.

      Tech Tips

      Push the rear axle assembly downward.

  23. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  24. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY (for LH Side)


    1. A01613FE01

      Remove the bolt, nut, and washer, and separate the rear No. 1 upper control arm assembly from the rear axle carrier.

    2. A016042E01

      Remove the bolt, nut, washer, and rear No. 1 upper control arm assembly.

  25. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  26. LOOSEN REAR SHOCK ABSORBER BOLT (for LH Side)


    1. A0161W2

      Loosen the bolt.

      Note


      • Do not remove the bolt.

      • Turn the bolt while holding the nut.

  27. LOOSEN REAR SHOCK ABSORBER BOLT (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  28. SEPARATE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A0161UD

      Remove the nut and bolt, and separate the rear stabilizer link assembly and the height control sensor link bracket from the rear No. 2 suspension arm.

  29. SEPARATE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  30. SEPARATE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01632N

      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.

  31. SEPARATE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  32. REMOVE REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY LH


    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.

  33. REMOVE REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  34. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A015YYVE04

      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.

  35. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  36. REMOVE HOLE SNAP RING


    1. A015ZXZ

      Using a screwdriver, remove the hole snap ring.

  37. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER BAR


    1. A0161DG

      Remove the 4 bolts, 2 stabilizer brackets, 2 rear stabilizer bushings, and rear stabilizer bar.

  38. REMOVE REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY


    1. A0163J6

      Support the rear differential carrier assembly with a jack.

      Note

      Do not drop the differential carrier.

    2. Using a hexagon wrench (12 mm), remove the 3 hexagon bolts.

    3. A0162K3

      Remove the 2 bolts, 2 lower rear differential mount stoppers and rear differential carrier assembly.

    4. Remove the 2 upper rear differential mount stoppers from rear differential carrier assembly

      Note

      Make sure not to install the upper and lower rear differential mount stoppers upside down.