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REAR AXLE HUB (for 4WD): Installation

  1. INSTALL REAR AXLE CARRIER SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Temporarily install the rear axle carrier sub-assembly with the 2 bolts and the 2 nuts.
      NOTE:
      • Be careful not to damage the outboard joint boot.
      • Be careful not to damage the speed sensor rotor.
      • Prevent foreign matter from adhering to the speed sensor rotor.
      Fig 1: Identifying Rear Axle Carrier Sub-Assembly Bolts & Nuts
      G05417238Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Install the rear axle carrier sub-assembly with the 2 bolts and the 2 nuts.

      Torque: 290 N*m (2956 kgf*cm, 213 ft.*lbf) 

      NOTE:
      • Be careful not to damage the outboard joint boot.
      • Be careful not to damage the speed sensor rotor.
      • Prevent foreign matter from adhering to the speed sensor rotor.
      • Do not rotate the drive shaft with the rear axle hub and bearing assembly removed.

      HINT:

      Insert the bolts from the rear side.

      Fig 2: Identifying Rear Shock Absorber With Coil Spring Bolts & Nuts
      G05417237Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR STRUT ROD ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  3. INSTALL REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY 
    1. Align the matchmarks on the drive shaft and rear axle hub.
      NOTE: Do not rotate the drive shaft.
      Fig 3: Identifying Matchmarks On Drive Shaft & Axle Hub
      G05417234Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Install the parking brake assembly and the rear axle hub and bearing assembly with the 4 bolts.

      Torque: 75 N*m (764 kgf*cm, 55 ft.*lbf) 

      NOTE: Do not twist the No. 3 parking brake cable assembly when installing it.
      Fig 4: Identifying Rear Axle Hub & Bearing Assembly Bolts
      G05417235Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. INSTALL REAR DISC  (See REASSEMBLY )
  5. INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY  (See REPLACEMENT  )
  6. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT 
    1. Clean the threaded parts on the rear drive shaft assembly and rear axle shaft nut using a non-residue solvent.
      NOTE:
      • Be sure to perform this work for a new rear drive shaft assembly.
      • Keep the threaded parts free of oil and foreign objects.
    2. While applying the brakes, temporarily install a new rear axle shaft nut.

      Torque: 294 N*m (2996 kgf*cm, 216 ft.*lbf) 

      NOTE: Stake the nut after inspecting for looseness and runout in the following steps.
      Fig 5: Identifying New Rear Axle Shaft Nut
      G05417243Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  7. INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR 
    1. Install the rear speed sensor to the rear axle carrier sub-assembly with the bolt.

      Torque: 8.0 N*m (82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf) 

      NOTE:
      • Keep the rear speed sensor tip and sensor installation hole free from foreign matter.
      • Do not twist the rear speed sensor wire when installing.
      Fig 6: Identifying Rear Speed Sensor Bolt
      G05417233Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  8. STABILIZE SUSPENSION  (See INSTALLATION )
  9. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY 
    1. Fully tighten the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly with the bolt and nut.

      Torque: 112 N*m (1141 kgf*cm, 82 ft.*lbf) 

      NOTE:
      • Since a stopper nut is used, tighten the bolt.
      • The final torque must be applied under standard vehicle height conditions.
      Fig 7: Identifying Rear No. 2 Suspension Arm Assembly Bolt & Nut
      G05417245Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  10. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY 
    1. Fully tighten the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly with the bolt and nut.

      Torque: 112 N*m (1141 kgf*cm, 82 ft.*lbf) 

      NOTE:
      • Since a stopper nut is used, tighten the bolt.
      • The final torque must be applied under standard vehicle height conditions.
      Fig 8: Identifying Rear No. 1 Suspension Arm Assembly Bolt & Nut
      G05417246Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  11. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR STRUT ROD ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  12. INSTALL NO. 3 PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION )
  13. SEPARATE REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY  (See REPLACEMENT  )
  14. REMOVE REAR DISC  (See DISASSEMBLY )
  15. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB BEARING LOOSENESS  (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION  )
  16. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB RUNOUT  (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION  )
  17. INSTALL REAR DISC  (See REASSEMBLY )
  18. INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY  (See REPLACEMENT  )
  19. INSTALL REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT 
    1. Using a chisel and a hammer, stake the rear axle shaft nut.
      Fig 9: Staking Rear Axle Shaft Nut Using Chisel & Hammer
      G05417175Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  20. INSTALL REAR WHEEL 

    Torque: 103 N*m (1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf) 

  21. INSPECT AND ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT 

    HINT:

    See ADJUSTMENT

  22. CHECK FOR SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL 

    HINT:

    See TEST MODE PROCEDURE