Removal [10/2022 - 11/2023]: Procedure

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

1. Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the rear axle shaft nut.
   • SST: 09930-00010 
   NOTE:

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

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2. While applying the brakes, using a 30 mm deep socket wrench, remove the rear axle shaft nut.

1. Disconnect the No. 2 parking brake wire assembly connector from the parking brake actuator assembly.
   NOTE:

   • Remove any dirt or foreign matter on and around the No. 2 parking brake wire assembly connector before performing this step.
   • Do not allow water, oil or dirt to enter the No. 2 parking brake wire assembly connector.

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2. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, disconnect the No. 2 parking brake wire assembly connector from the rear skid control sensor.

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   *a	Protective Tape

   NOTE:

   • Remove any dirt or foreign matter on and around the No. 2 parking brake wire assembly connector before performing this step.
   • Do not allow water, oil or dirt to enter the No. 2 parking brake wire assembly connector.
   • Be careful not to damage the rear skid control sensor or connector cover.

1. Remove the bolt and the rear skid control sensor from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.
   NOTE:

   • Keep the tip of the rear skid control sensor and installation hole free of foreign matter.
   • Do not rotate or apply excessive force to the rear skid control sensor when removing it from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly. Rotating or applying excessive force may result in damage to the rear skid control sensor.

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See step  4

See step  5

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 16

1. Put matchmarks on the rear drive shaft assembly and rear axle hub and bearing assembly.

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   *a

   Matchmark

2. Using a plastic hammer, separate the rear drive shaft assembly from the rear axle hub and bearing assembly.

   HINT: 

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

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3. Remove the 4 bolts, rear axle hub and bearing assembly and rear disc brake dust cover sub-assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.

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