CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE
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.