Removal & Installation (RX300 2WD)
- Remove rear wheels. Remove flexible hose from shock absorber bracket. Measure bearing axial play. See WHEEL BEARING .
- Remove ABS speed sensor and "O" ring. Remove rear axle hub. Remove "O" ring. Support backing plate securely. Loosen and remove bolts and nut. Disconnect strut rod from rear axle carrier.
- Remove 2 nuts and bolts on lower side of shock absorber. Remove nut, washer, bolt, and disconnect No. 1 and No. 2 lower suspension arms. Remove rear axle carrier.
- To install reverse removal procedure. After installation, check ABS sensor signal and rear wheel alignment. Tighten bolts/nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .