Removal [12/2012 - ]: Procedure

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [12/2012 - 08/2016] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2 [08/2016 - ]

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 6 [12/2012 - 08/2016] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 6 [08/2016 - ]

Refer to REMOVAL [12/2012 - ]

1. With ribs:

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   Rib

   Set the tip of the tire lever to the position on the rear drive shaft inboard joint assembly LH shown in the illustration. Then, using the ribbed part of the rear differential carrier assembly as a fulcrum, disconnect the rear drive shaft assembly LH.

   NOTE:

   Do not scratch the rear drive shaft dust cover.

2. Without ribs:

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   Set the tip of a wheel nut wrench to the position on the rear drive shaft inboard joint assembly LH shown in the illustration. Then, using a brass bar as a fulcrum, disconnect the rear drive shaft assembly LH.

   NOTE:

   Do not scratch the rear drive shaft dust cover.

3. Put matchmarks on the rear drive shaft assembly LH and rear axle hub assembly.

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   Matchmark

   NOTE:

   Do not use a punch to make the matchmarks.

4. Using a plastic-faced hammer, remove the rear drive shaft assembly LH from the rear axle hub assembly.
   NOTE:

   • Be careful not to damage the boot, dust cover and speed sensor rotor.
   • Do not excessively push out the rear drive shaft assembly LH from the rear axle hub assembly.

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1. Using a screwdriver, remove the rear drive shaft inboard joint shaft snap ring LH.