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FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 2WD): Removal

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  1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL 
  2. DRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID 
    1. Drain the automatic transaxle fluid for U140F (see REMOVAL ).
    2. Drain the automatic transaxle fluid for U241E (see REMOVAL ).
    3. Drain the automatic transaxle fluid for U151E (see REMOVAL ).
  3. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT (See appropriate step(s) under  REMOVAL  ) 
  4. DISCONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH 
    1. Disconnect the speed sensor (see REMOVAL ).
  5. REMOVE FRONT SPEED SENSOR RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  6. DISCONNECT FRONT DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  7. DISCONNECT FRONT DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  8. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  9. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  10. DISCONNECT FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER NO. 1 ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  11. DISCONNECT FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER NO. 1 ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  12. DISCONNECT STEERING KNUCKLE WITH AXLE HUB LH 
    1. Put matchmarks on the drive shaft and axle hub.
      NOTE: Do not punch the marks.
    2. Using a plastic-faced hammer, disconnect the steering knuckle with axle hub.
      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the boot and speed sensor rotor.
      Do not excessively push out the drive shaft from the axle assembly.
      Fig 1: Putting Matchmarks On Drive Shaft And Axle Hub
      G04488846Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  13. DISCONNECT STEERING KNUCKLE WITH AXLE HUB RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  14. DISCONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  15. DISCONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  16. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH 
    1. Using SST, remove the front drive shaft.

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

      NOTE:
      • Be careful not to damage the transaxle case oil seal, inboard joint boot and drive shaft dust cover.
      • Be careful not to drop the drive shaft.
        Fig 2: Removing Front Drive Shaft Assembly LH
        G04488847Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  17. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts and pull out the drive shaft together with the drive shaft bearing case.
    2. Remove the drive shaft from the transaxle.
      NOTE:
      • Be careful not to damage the transaxle case oil seal, inboard joint boot and drive shaft dust cover.
      • Be careful not to drop the drive shaft.
        Fig 3: Removing 2 Bolts And Pulling Out Drive Shaft
        G04488848Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  18. FIX FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY 
    NOTE: The hub bearing could be damaged if it is subjected to the vehicle weight, such as when moving the vehicle with the drive shaft removed. Therefore, if it is absolutely necessary to place the vehicle weight on the hub bearing, first support it with SST. SST 09608-16042 (09608-02021, 09608-02041)
    Fig 4: Fixing Front Axle Assembly
    G04488849Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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