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
INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT INBOARD JOINT SHAFT SNAP RING LH
Install a new rear drive shaft inboard joint shaft snap ring LH.
INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH
Coat the splines of the rear drive inboard joint assembly LH with Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT.
Align the inboard joint splines, and using a brass bar and a hammer, install the rear drive shaft assembly.
Note
Face the end gap of the rear drive shaft inboard joint shaft snap ring LH downward.
Do not damage the rear drive shaft oil seal.
Do not damage the rear drive shaft inboard joint boot LH.
Make sure to center the rear drive shaft assembly during installation to prevent damage to the rear drive shaft inboard joint shaft snap ring LH.
Tech Tips
Confirm whether the drive shaft is securely driven in by checking the reaction force and sound.
INSTALL REAR AXLE CARRIER ASSEMBLY
ADD DIFFERENTIAL OIL
INSPECT FOR DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEAK