REAR AXLE HUB REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  • The following procedure is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL

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  2. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT (for AWD)


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      Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the rear axle shaft nut.

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      Note

      Loosen the staked part of the rear axle shaft nut completely, otherwise the threads of the rear drive shaft assembly may be damaged.

    2. While applying the brakes, remove the rear axle shaft nut.

  3. SEPARATE REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY

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  4. REMOVE REAR DISC

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  5. DISCONNECT SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE (for 2WD)


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      Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disconnect the skid control sensor connector from the rear axle hub and bearing assembly.

      Note

      Be careful not to damage the rear axle hub and bearing assembly and connector cover.

  6. DISCONNECT SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE (for AWD)


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      Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disconnect the skid control sensor connector from the rear axle hub and bearing assembly.

      Note

      Be careful not to damage the rear axle hub and bearing assembly and connector cover.

  7. REMOVE REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY (for 2WD)


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      Remove the 4 bolts, rear axle hub and bearing assembly and rear disc brake dust cover sub-assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.

  8. REMOVE REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY (for AWD)


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      *a Matchmark

      Put matchmarks on the rear drive shaft assembly and the rear axle hub and bearing assembly.

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      Using a plastic hammer, separate the rear drive shaft assembly from the rear axle hub and bearing assembly.

      Note


      • Do not damage the rear drive shaft outboard joint boot.

      • Do not push the rear axle hub and bearing assembly towards the outside of the vehicle any further than necessary.

      Tech Tips

      If it is difficult to separate the rear drive shaft assembly rear axle hub and bearing assembly, tap the end of the rear drive shaft assembly using a brass bar and a hammer.

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      Remove the 4 bolts, rear axle hub and bearing assembly and rear disc brake dust cover sub-assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.