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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 4WD): Removal

  1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL 
  2. SEPARATE SPEED SENSOR FRONT (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  3. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT 
    1. Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the front axle hub nut.

      SST 09930-00010 

      NOTE: Release the staked part of the nut completely, otherwise the threads of the drive shaft may be damaged.
    2. While applying the brakes, remove the front axle hub nut.
    Fig 1: Removing Front Axle Hub Nut
    G05296025Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. SEPARATE LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY FRONT 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts and steering knuckle from the lower ball joint.
    Fig 2: Locating Bolts And Steering Knuckle From Lower Ball Joint
    G05296026Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the clip and nut.
      Fig 3: Removing Clip And Nut
      G05296027Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Using SST, separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.

      SST 09628-00011 

      NOTE:
      • Pay careful attention not to damage the steering knuckle because it is made of aluminum and may be damaged easily.
      • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
      • Make sure that the SST is securely set to the steering knuckle spacer.
      • If the steering knuckle spacer has come off, replace the steering knuckle with a new one.
      • Make sure that the string of the SST is securely tied to the vehicle.
    Fig 4: Separating Tie Rod End From Steering Knuckle
    G05296028Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. SEPARATE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using a plastic hammer, separate the front axle assembly from the drive shaft assembly.
      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the drive shaft boot.
  7. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH 
    1. Using SST, remove the front drive shaft assembly.

      SST 09520-01010, 09520-24010 (09520-32040) 

      NOTE:
      • Be careful not to damage the drive shaft boot, dust cover and oil seal.
      • Be careful not to drop the drive shaft assembly.
    Fig 5: Removing Front Drive Shaft Assembly
    G05296029Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  8. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH 
    1. Using water pump pliers, remove the bearing bracket hole snap ring.
    2. Remove the bolt and front drive shaft assembly from the drive shaft bearing bracket.
      NOTE:
      • Be careful not to damage the drive shaft boot dust cover and oil seal.
      • Be careful not to drop the drive shaft assembly.
    Fig 6: Installing Bearing Bracket Hole Snap Ring
    G05296030Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  9. FIX FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY 

    SST 09608-16042 (09608-02021, 09608-02041) 

    NOTE: The hub bearing could be damaged if it is subjected to the vehicle's full weight, such as moving the vehicle with the drive shaft removed.
    If it is necessary to place the vehicle's weight on the hub bearing, first support it with SST.
    Fig 7: Installing Front Axle Assembly
    G05296031Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  10. INSPECT FRONT DRIVE SHAFT 
    1. Check that there is no excessive play in the outboard joint.
    2. Check that the inboard joint slides smoothly in the thrust direction.
    3. Check that there is no excessive play in the radial directions of the inboard joint.
    4. Check the boot for damage.
    Fig 8: Checking Excessive Play In Outboard Joint
    G05296032Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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