Toyota 4Runner: Removal

Toyota 4Runner Service Manual / Drivetrain / Axle And Differential / Front Axle Hub(for 4wd) / Removal

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

HINT:

Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL

2. REMOVE DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH

3. REMOVE FRONT DISC

4. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB GREASE CAP

(a) Using a screwdriver and hammer, remove the front axle hub grease cap.

NOTICE:

Do not damage the axle hub.

5. REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT

(a) Remove the cotter pin and lock cap.

(b) Remove the front axle shaft nut.

6. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Remove the 4 bolts.

(b) Using a plastic-faced hammer, tap out the front drive shaft from the front axle hub.

NOTICE:

Be careful not to damage the drive shaft boot.

(d) Remove the O-ring.

On-vehicle Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL 2. DISCONNECT FRONT DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH 3. REMOVE FRONT DISC 4. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB GREASE CAP 5. INSPECT FRONT AXLE ...

Disassembly

DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 1. REMOVE FRONT AXLE WITH ABS ROTOR BEARING ASSEMBLY LH (a) Gently fix the front axle hub in a vise between aluminum plates. ...

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