Removal [12/2013 - ]: Procedure

1. Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the rear axle shaft nut.
   • SST: 09930-00010 
   NOTE:

   Loosen the staked part of the rear axle shaft nut completely, otherwise the threads of the rear drive shaft assembly may be damaged.

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2. While applying the parking brakes, remove the rear axle shaft nut.

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1. Remove the bolt and separate the rear speed sensor from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.
   NOTE:

   • Prevent foreign matter from contacting the sensor tip.
   • Clean the rear speed sensor installation hole and the contact surfaces every time the rear speed sensor is removed.
   • Be careful not to damage the rear speed sensor.

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1. Remove the 4 bolts and rear axle hub and bearing assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.

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1. Put matchmarks on the rear drive shaft assembly and rear axle hub and bearing assembly.

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   Matchmark

2. Using a plastic hammer, separate the rear drive shaft assembly from the rear axle hub and bearing assembly.

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   HINT: 

   If it is difficult to separate the rear drive shaft assembly from the rear axle hub and bearing assembly, tap the end of the rear drive shaft assembly using a brass bar and a hammer.

3. Remove the 4 bolts and rear axle hub and bearing assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.

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