Installation [10/2017 - ]: Procedure

1. Install a new shaft snap ring.
   NOTE:

   • Do not damage the spline of the rear drive inboard joint assembly LH.
   • The shaft snap ring should be installed completely.
2. Coat the spline of the rear drive inboard joint assembly with Toyota genuine differential gear oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent.
3. Align the inboard joint splines, and using a brass bar and a hammer, install the rear drive shaft assembly LH.

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   *a	Opening Facing
   *b	Press-fit wall

   NOTE:

   • Set the shaft snap ring in the groove with the opening facing downwards and centered radially.
   • Do not damage the oil seal, boot and dust cover.
   • Make sure to follow the proper handling and installation procedures. If the rear drive shaft assembly LH is installed at too large an angle or slides too much, it may fall out of the groove of the joint.
   • Do not tap the end of the rear drive shaft assembly LH with a hammer, etc.

   HINT: 

   • Determine whether the rear drive shaft assembly LH is completely tapped in by checking for changes in the tapping sound or the reaction of the brass bar.
   • Use the press-fit wall of the rear drive shaft inboard joint LH when tapping.

HINT: 

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

Refer to INSTALLATION [10/2017 - 10/2020] , or refer to INSTALLATION [10/2020 - 10/2023] , or refer to INSTALLATION [10/2023 - ]

HINT: 

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

1. Install the rear suspension member brace LH with 2 new bolts.

   Torque: 38 N.m (387 kgf/cm, 28 ft.lbf) 

HINT: 

Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

1. Install the No. 2 differential support protector with the 3 nuts.

HINT: 

Use the same procedure as for the No. 2 differential support protector.