Toyota 4Runner: Removal

Toyota 4Runner Service Manual / Drivetrain / Drive Shaft / Propeller Shaft / Front Drive Shaft Assembly / 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. DRAIN DIFFERENTIAL OIL

3. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB GREASE CAP

4. REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT

5. REMOVE FRONT SPEED SENSOR

6. DISCONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

7. DISCONNECT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ATTACHMENT LH

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the lower ball joint attachment from the steering knuckle.

8. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Using SST, remove the front drive shaft.

SST: 09520-01010

SST: 09520-24010

09520-32040

NOTICE:

Be careful not to damage the dust cover or oil seal.
Keep the drive shaft level while handling it.

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