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Removal [08/2016 - 12/2017]: Procedure

  1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

  2. REMOVE TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [09/2015 - 12/2017]

  3. REMOVE PROPELLER WITH CENTER BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [09/2015 - ]

  4. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION ARM COVER LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  5. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION ARM COVER RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  6. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  7. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  8. SEPARATE REAR FLEXIBLE HOSE LH 
    1. Remove the bolt and separate the rear flexible hose LH from the rear upper control arm assembly LH.
      GTY620193Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  9. SEPARATE REAR FLEXIBLE HOSE RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  10. REMOVE REAR HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY RH 

    Refer to REMOVAL [08/2016 - 08/2019]

  11. SEPARATE NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE WIRE ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  12. SEPARATE NO. 1 PARKING BRAKE WIRE ASSEMBLY 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  13. SEPARATE REAR SPEED SENSOR LH 
    1. Remove the bolt and separate the rear speed sensor LH from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.
      NOTE:
      • Prevent foreign matter from contacting the sensor tip.
      • Clean the speed sensor installation hole and the contact surfaces every time the speed sensor is removed.
      • Be careful not to damage the rear speed sensor LH.
      GTY674168Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the bolt and separate the rear speed sensor LH from the rear trailing arm assembly LH.
      GTY620121Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  14. SEPARATE REAR SPEED SENSOR RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  15. REMOVE REAR SPEED SENSOR LH (w/o AVS) 
    1. Disconnect the connector.
      GTY620421Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the 2 bolts, nut and rear speed sensor LH.
  16. REMOVE REAR SPEED SENSOR RH (w/o AVS) 
    1. Disconnect the connector and disengage the 2 clamps.
      GTY674235Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the 2 bolts, nut and rear speed sensor RH.
  17. REMOVE REAR SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE LH (w/ AVS) 
    1. Disconnect the 3 connectors.
      GTY620166Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the 2 bolts, 4 nuts and rear skid control sensor wire LH.
  18. REMOVE REAR SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE RH (w/ AVS) 
    1. Disconnect the 3 connectors and disengage the 3 clamps.
      GTY620168Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the 2 bolts, 4 nuts and rear skid control sensor wire RH.
  19. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

  20. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  21. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER BAR 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  22. REMOVE REAR COIL SPRING LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5

  23. REMOVE REAR COIL SPRING RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  24. REMOVE REAR LOWER COIL SPRING INSULATOR LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7

  25. REMOVE REAR LOWER COIL SPRING INSULATOR RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  26. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7

  27. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  28. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH 
    1. Using a transmission jack and a wooden block, support the rear differential carrier assembly.
      GTY661806Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Wooden Block
      *b Transmission Jack
    2. Remove the bolt, nut and rear lower suspension member stopper LH.
      GTY674227Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Using a transmission jack and a wooden block, support the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.
      GTY660766Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Wooden Block
      *b Transmission Jack
    4. Remove the nut (A) and spacer.
    5. Remove the bolt (B), nut and rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly LH from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH and rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      NOTE:

      Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Loosen the bolt with the nut secured.

    6. Temporarily install the rear lower suspension member stopper LH with the bolt and nut.
      GTY674227Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  29. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  30. SEPARATE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH 
    1. Remove the bolt and nut and separate the rear upper control arm assembly LH from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.
      NOTE:

      Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Loosen the bolt with the nut secured.

      GTY625119Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  31. SEPARATE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  32. DRAIN DIFFERENTIAL OIL 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

  33. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 14

  34. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  35. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT SNAP RING (for LH Side) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 15

  36. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT SNAP RING (for RH Side) 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  37. REMOVE REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [08/2016 - 12/2017]

  38. SEPARATE NO. 3 FLOOR WIRE 
    1. Remove the bolt and disengage the 3 clamps to separate the No. 3 floor wire from rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      GTY620473Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  39. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using an engine lifter, 2 attachments and 2 wooden blocks or equivalent tools, support the rear suspension member sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.
      WARNING:
      • The rear suspension member sub-assembly is a very heavy component. Make sure that it is supported securely.
      • If the rear suspension member sub-assembly is not securely supported, it may drop, resulting in serious injury.
      GTY625086Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:

      Use attachments and wooden blocks to keep the rear suspension member sub-assembly level.

      GTY639874Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Engine Lifter
      *b Attachment
      *c Wooden Block
      Attachment and Wooden Block Placement Location
    2. Remove the 4 bolts, 2 nuts, 2 rear lower suspension braces, rear lower suspension member stopper LH and rear lower suspension member stopper RH.
    3. Slowly lower the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      NOTE:

      When lowering the rear suspension member sub-assembly, be careful not to damage the vehicle body or other components installed to the vehicle.

  40. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER UPPER STOPPER 
    1. Remove the 2 rear suspension member upper stoppers from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      GTY620409Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  41. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR UPPER STOPPER 
    1. Remove the 2 rear suspension member rear upper stoppers from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      GTY620410Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  42. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2

  43. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  44. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2

  45. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION (for LH Side) 
    1. Using a chisel and hammer, bend the 2 portions of the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion rib.
      NOTE:

      Make sure to bend the 2 portions of the cushion rib until the claws of SST can fit securely.

      GTY670624Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Bend Portion
    2. Install SST as shown in the illustration.
      • SST: 09830-10010 
        1. 09830-01010
        2. 09830-01040
        3. 09830-01050
      • SST: 09950-40011 
        1. 09951-04020
        2. 09952-04010
        3. 09954-04010
        4. 09955-04051
        5. 09958-04011
      NOTE:

      Apply grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

      GTY680751Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Using SST, remove the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion while applying grease into the clearance between the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion and the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      • SST: 09830-10010 
        1. 09830-01010
        2. 09830-01040
        3. 09830-01050
      • SST: 09950-40011 
        1. 09951-04020
        2. 09952-04010
        3. 09954-04010
        4. 09955-04051
        5. 09958-04011
      NOTE:
      • Set the claws of SST onto the rear suspension member sub-assembly securely as shown in the illustration.
      • Be careful as the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion may fly out.
      • The rear suspension member front body mounting cushion cannot be reused.
      GTY646084Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Hold
      *b Turn
    4. Remove SST and the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion (LH Side) from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
  46. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER FRONT BODY MOUNTING CUSHION (for RH Side) 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  47. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION LH 
    1. Using a chisel and hammer, bend the 2 portions of the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH rib.
      NOTE:

      Make sure to bend the 2 portions of the cushion rib until the claws of SST can fit securely.

      GTY639959Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Bend Portion
    2. Install SST as shown in the illustration.
      • SST: 09830-10010 
        1. 09830-01010
        2. 09830-01040
        3. 09830-01050
      • SST: 09950-40011 
        1. 09951-04020
        2. 09952-04010
        3. 09954-04010
        4. 09955-04051
        5. 09958-04011
      NOTE:

      Apply grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

      GTY643234Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Using SST, remove the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH while applying grease into the clearance between the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH and the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
      • SST: 09830-10010 
        1. 09830-01010
        2. 09830-01040
        3. 09830-01050
      • SST: 09950-40011 
        1. 09951-04020
        2. 09952-04010
        3. 09954-04010
        4. 09955-04051
        5. 09958-04011
      NOTE:
      • Set the claws of SST onto the rear suspension member sub-assembly securely as shown in the illustration.
      • Be careful as the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH may fly out.
      • The rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH cannot be reused.
      GTY670287Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      *a Hold
      *b Turn
    4. Remove SST and the rear suspension member rear body mount cushion LH from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.
  48. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNT CUSHION RH 

    HINT: 

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  49. REMOVE HOLE PLUG 
    1. Remove the 13 hole plugs from the rear suspension member sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.
      GTY620411Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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