Removal [10/2023 - ]: Procedure

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5

Refer to REMOVAL [11/2018 - ]

1. Using SST and a hammer, unstake the staked part of the front axle shaft nut.
   • SST: 09930-00010 
     1. 09931-00010
     2. 09931-00020

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   NOTE:

   Loosen the staked part of the front axle shaft nut completely, otherwise the screw of the drive shaft may be damaged.

2. While applying the brakes, remove the front axle shaft nut.

1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the front speed sensor and front flexible hose from the front shock absorber assembly.

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   NOTE:

   Be sure to separate the front speed sensor and front flexible hose from the front shock absorber assembly completely.

2. Remove the bolt, disengage the clamp and disconnect the front speed sensor from the front shock absorber assembly and steering knuckle.
   NOTE:

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

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Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 17

See step  4

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 13

1. Remove the bolt and 2 nuts and disconnect the front lower No. 1 suspension arm sub-assembly from the front lower ball joint assembly.

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1. Place matchmarks on the front axle hub LH and front drive shaft assembly LH as shown in the illustration.

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   Matchmark

2. Using a plastic hammer, disconnect the front drive shaft assembly from the front axle assembly.
   NOTE:

   • Do not damage the front drive shaft outboard joint boot.
   • Do not push the front axle assembly towards the outside of the vehicle any further than necessary.

   HINT: 

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

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1. Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and front axle assembly from the front shock absorber assembly.

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   NOTE:

   When removing the nuts, keep the bolts from rotating.

1. Secure the front axle assembly between aluminum plates in a vise.

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   NOTE:

   Do not overtighten the vise.

2. Remove the 4 bolts, front axle hub sub-assembly and front disc brake dust cover from the steering knuckle.
   NOTE:

   • Do not drop the front axle hub sub-assembly.
   • Be careful not to damage the speed sensor rotor or contact surfaces.
   • Do not allow foreign matter to contact the speed sensor rotor or contact surfaces.