Removal [10/2014 - ]: Procedure

Refer to REMOVAL [10/2014 - ]

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1. Using SST and a hammer, unstake the staked part of the front axle shaft nut.
   • SST: 09930-00010 
     1. 09931-00010
     2. 09931-00020
   NOTE:

   Loosen the staked part of the front axle shaft nut completely, otherwise the screw of the drive shaft may be damaged.

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

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4 [10/2014 - ]

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [10/2014 - ]

1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the flexible hose.

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See step  2

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 17 [10/2014 - ]

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 12 [10/2014 - ]

1. Remove the bolt and 2 nuts.

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2. Disconnect the front lower No. 1 suspension arm sub-assembly LH from the lower ball joint assembly LH.

1. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts, and disconnect the front shock absorber assembly with coil spring from the steering knuckle.

   HINT: 

   While fixing the nuts in place, loosen and remove the bolts.

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2. Put matchmarks on the drive shaft and front axle hub sub-assembly.

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   Matchmark

3. Using a plastic-faced hammer, remove the steering knuckle assembly.
   NOTE:

   Be careful not to damage the front axle outboard joint boot and speed sensor rotor. Do not excessively push out the drive shaft from the axle assembly.

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1. Secure the front axle assembly in a vise.
   NOTE:

   When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

2. Remove the 4 bolts and front axle hub sub-assembly from the steering knuckle.
   NOTE:

   Do not place the hub and bearing's magnet rotor side so that it is facing downward, and do not allow the magnet rotor side to become damaged or contact foreign matter.

3. Remove the front brake dust cover from the steering knuckle.