FRONT AXLE HUB INSTALLATION

Tech Tips


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

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.


  1. INSTALL FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Secure the steering knuckle between aluminium plates in a vise.

      Note

      Do not overtighten the vise.

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      Install the front axle hub sub-assembly and front disc brake dust cover with the 4 bolts.

      Torque:
      40 N*m  { 408 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf }
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      Text in Illustration
      *1 MP grease

      Apply MP grease to the areas indicated by the arrows in the illustration on the front drive shaft assembly contact surface of the front axle hub sub-assembly.

      Tech Tips

      Apply 0.1 to 0.3 g (0.00353 to 0.0106 oz.) of MP grease to each area.

  2. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY


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      Install the front axle assembly to the front shock absorber with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

      Torque:
      240 N*m  { 2447 kgf*cm, 177 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      When installing the nuts, keep the bolts from rotating.

  3. INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY


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      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Align the matchmarks and install the front drive shaft assembly to the front axle hub sub-assembly.

  4. INSTALL FRONT NO. 1 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY


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      Install the front No. 1 lower suspension arm sub-assembly to the front lower ball joint with the bolt and 2 nuts.

      Torque:
      89 N*m  { 908 kgf*cm, 66 ft.*lbf }

  5. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY


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      Connect the tie rod end sub-assembly LH to the steering knuckle with the nut.

      Torque:
      49 N*m  { 500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Further tighten the nut up to 60° if the holes for the clip are not aligned.

    2. Install a new clip.

  6. INSTALL FRONT DISC


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      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Align the matchmarks of the disc and axle hub, and install the disc.

      Note

      When replacing the disc with a new one, select the installation position where the front disc has minimal runout.

  7. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY


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      Install the front disc brake caliper assembly to the steering knuckle with the 2 bolts.

      Torque:
      137 N*m  { 1398 kgf*cm, 101 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Do not twist the brake hose when installing the front disc brake caliper assembly.

  8. TEMPORARILY INSTALL FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT


    1. Clean the threaded parts on the front drive shaft assembly and a new front axle shaft nut using a non-residue solvent.

      Note


      • Be sure to perform this work even when using a new drive shaft.

      • Keep the threaded parts free of oil and foreign matter.

    2. Using a socket wrench (30 mm), while applying the brakes, temporarily install the front axle shaft nut.

      Torque:
      216 N*m  { 2203 kgf*cm, 159 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Stake the front axle shaft nut after inspecting for looseness and runout in the following steps.

      Tech Tips

      Keep depressing the brake pedal to prevent the drive shaft from rotating.

  9. SEPARATE FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY


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      Remove the 2 bolts and separate the front disc brake caliper assembly.

      Note

      Use wire or an equivalent tool to keep the front disc brake caliper assembly from hanging down by the flexible hose.

  10. REMOVE FRONT DISC


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      *1 Matchmark

      Remove the front disc.

      Tech Tips

      Put matchmarks on the disc and the axle hub.

  11. INSPECT FRONT AXLE HUB BEARING LOOSENESS


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      Using a dial indicator, check for looseness near the center of the axle hub.

      Maximum looseness
      0.05 mm (0.00196 in.)

      Note


      • Ensure that the dial indicator is set perpendicular to the measurement surface.

      • Keep the magnet of the dial indicator away from the front speed sensor.

      Tech Tips

      If the looseness exceeds the maximum, replace the front axle hub bearing.

  12. INSPECT FRONT AXLE HUB RUNOUT


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      Using a dial indicator, check for runout on the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.

      Maximum runout
      0.05 mm (0.00196 in.)

      Note


      • Ensure that the dial indicator is set perpendicular to the measurement surface.

      • Keep the magnet of the dial indicator away from the front speed sensor.

      Tech Tips

      If the runout exceeds the maximum, replace the front axle hub.

  13. INSTALL FRONT DISC


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      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Align the matchmarks of the disc and axle hub, and install the disc.

      Note

      When replacing the disc with a new one, select the installation position where the front disc has minimal runout.

  14. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY


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      Install the front disc brake caliper assembly to the steering knuckle with the 2 bolts.

      Torque:
      137 N*m  { 1398 kgf*cm, 101 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Do not twist the brake hose when installing the front disc brake caliper assembly.

  15. INSTALL FRONT FLEXIBLE HOSE


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      Install the front flexible hose to the steering knuckle with the bolt.

      Torque:
      19 N*m  { 192 kgf*cm, 14 ft.*lbf }

  16. INSTALL FRONT SPEED SENSOR


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      Install the front speed sensor and front flexible hose to the front shock absorber with the bolt and clamp.

      Torque:
      19 N*m  { 192 kgf*cm, 14 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Do not twist the front speed sensor when installing it.

      Tech Tips

      Install the font flexible hose first and then the speed sensor harness bracket.

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      Install the front speed sensor to the steering knuckle with the bolt.

      Torque:
      8.5 N*m  { 87 kgf*cm, 75 in.*lbf }

      Note

      Do not twist the front speed sensor when installing it.

  17. STAKE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT


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      Using a chisel and hammer, stake the front axle shaft nut.

  18. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL

    Torque:
    103 N*m  { 1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf }

  19. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL


    1. Connect the cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.

      Note

      When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

    2. Connect the reservoir level switch connector.

    3. Clear the DTCs Click here.

  20. INSTALL REAR NO. 3 FLOOR BOARD


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      Engage the 2 guides to install the rear No. 3 floor board.

  21. INSTALL REAR DECK FLOOR BOX


    1. Install the rear deck floor box.

  22. INSTALL REAR NO. 2 FLOOR BOARD


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      Engage the 3 guides <A>.

    2. Engage the 2 guides <B> and install the rear No. 2 floor board as shown in the illustration.

  23. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT

    Tech Tips

    Click here

  24. CHECK FOR SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL

    Tech Tips

    Click here