CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Note
When the brake pedal is first depressed after replacing the brake pads or pushing back the disc brake piston, DTC C1214 may be output. As there is no malfunction, clear the DTC.
While the auxiliary battery is connected, even if the power switch is off, the brake control system activates when the brake pedal is depressed or the door courtesy switch is turned on. Therefore, even if only brake shoes are to be removed and installed, be sure to perform the Disable Brake Control procedure and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) terminal of the auxiliary battery before beginning work.
Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE
PRECAUTION
Note
After turning the power switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal notice before proceeding with work.
DISABLE BRAKE CONTROL
REMOVE REAR WHEEL
REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT LH (for AWD)
Using SST and a hammer, unstake the staked part of the rear axle shaft nut.
Note
Loosen the staked part of the rear axle shaft nut completely, otherwise the screw of the drive shaft may be damaged.
While applying the brakes, remove the rear axle shaft nut.
DISCONNECT REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH
REMOVE REAR DISC
DISCONNECT REAR SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE LH (for 2WD)
w/ AVS:
w/o AVS:
DISCONNECT REAR SPEED SENSOR LH (for AWD)
w/ AVS:
w/o AVS:
REMOVE REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY LH (for 2WD)
Remove the 4 bolts and the rear axle hub and bearing assembly.
REMOVE REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY LH (for AWD)
Remove the 4 bolts from the rear axle carrier.
Using a plastic-faced hammer, remove the rear axle hub and bearing assembly LH.