Removal [12/2015 - 08/2016]: Procedure

Refer to drive shaft system precaution (Refer to PRECAUTION [12/2015 - ] ).

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

1. Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the front axle shaft nut.

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   • SST: 09930-00010 
   NOTE:

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

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

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 12

1. Remove the bolt and separate the front speed sensor from the steering knuckle.

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2. Remove the bolt and 2 clamps, and separate the front speed sensor and front flexible hose.

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1. Remove the cotter pin and nut.

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2. Install SST to the tie rod end.

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   • SST: 09960-20010 
     1. 09961-02060
   NOTE:

   Make sure that the lower ends of the tie rod end and SST are aligned.

3. Using SST, separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.

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   TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION
   
   

   *a	Tie the string without allowing for any slack.	*b	Place the wrench here.
   *c	Turn	-	-

   • SST: 09960-20010 
   NOTE:

   • Apply grease to the threads and end of the SST bolt.
   • When securing SST to the steering knuckle, be sure to tighten SST using a string to prevent it from falling.
   • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.
   • Be sure to place a wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.
   • Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.
   • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
   • Do not damage the steering knuckle.

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7

1. Put matchmarks on the front drive shaft assembly and front axle hub sub-assembly.

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   *a	Matchmarks

2. Using a plastic hammer, tap the end of the drive shaft and disengage the fitting between the drive shaft and front axle.

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   HINT: 

   If it is difficult to disengage the fitting, tap the end of the drive shaft with a brass bar and hammer.

3. Pull the front axle out of the vehicle to remove the drive shaft from the front axle.
   NOTE:

   • Do not pull the front axle further out of the vehicle than is necessary.
   • Do not damage the outboard joint boot.
   • Do not damage the speed sensor rotor.
   • Suspend the drive shaft with a piece of string or the equivalent.

1. Using SST, remove the front drive shaft assembly LH.

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   • SST: 09520-01010 
   • SST: 09520-24010 
     1. 09520-32040
   NOTE:

   • Be careful not to damage the drive shaft dust cover, inboard joint boot or oil seal.
   • Be careful not to drop the drive shaft assembly.

1. Support the engine assembly with a transmission jack.
2. Remove the nut.

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3. Remove the 3 bolts and remove the engine mounting bracket RH from the engine assembly.

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1. Remove the 2 hole plugs.
2. Remove the 3 nuts and remove the engine mounting insulator RH.

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1. Remove the bearing bracket hole snap ring from the drive shaft bearing bracket.

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2. Remove the bolt and front drive shaft assembly RH from the drive shaft bearing bracket.
   NOTE:

   • Be careful not to damage the inboard joint boot or oil seal.
   • Be careful not to drop the drive shaft assembly.