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Front Axle Hub: Installation: Installation

  1. INSTALL FRONT AXLE HUB BEARING 
    1. for 2ZR-FE:
      1. Using SST and a press, install a new front axle hub bearing to the steering knuckle.
        Fig 1: Pressing Front Axle Hub Bearing To Steering Knuckle
        GTY187483Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
        • SST: 09950-60020 
          • 09951-00720
        • SST: 09950-70010 
          • 09951-07100
    2. for 2AZ-FE:
      1. Using SST and a press, install a new front axle hub bearing to the steering knuckle.
        • SST: 09950-60020 
          • 09951-00810
        • SST: 09950-70010 
          • 09951-07100
  2. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE DUST COVER 
    1. Install the disc brake dust cover to the steering knuckle with the 3 bolts.

      Torque: 8.3 N*m (85 kgf*cm, 73 in.*lbf) 

  3. INSTALL FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using SST and a press, install the front axle hub sub-assembly.
      Fig 2: Identifying SSTs
      GTY217510Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      • SST: 09608-32010 
      • SST: 09950-60010 
        • 09951-00600
      • SST: 09950-70010 
        • 09951-07100
  4. INSTALL FRONT AXLE HUB HOLE SNAP RING 
    1. Using snap ring pliers, install a new front axle hub hole snap ring.
      Fig 3: Removing/Installing Front Axle Hub Hole Snap Ring
      GTY171357Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 1
  6. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY 
    1. Align the matchmarks and install the front drive shaft assembly to the front axle hub sub-assembly.
      Fig 4: Identifying Matchmarks On Front Drive Shaft Assembly To Front Axle Hub Sub-Assembly
      GTY181866Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Install the front axle assembly to the front shock absorber with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.
      Fig 5: Locating Front Axle Assembly Bolts And Nuts
      GTY204893Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 240 N*m (2450 kgf*cm, 177 ft.*lbf) 

      NOTE:

      Be careful not to damage the drive shaft boot or speed sensor rotor.

  7. CONNECT FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 3
  8. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY (for 2WD)  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 11
  9. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY (for 4WD)  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 12
  10. INSTALL FRONT DISC  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 1
  11. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY  See step  9
  12. TEMPORARILY INSTALL FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT 
    1. Clean the threaded parts on the drive shaft and axle hub nut using a non-residue solvent.
      NOTE:
      • Be sure to perform this work for a new drive shaft.
      • Keep the threaded parts free of oil and foreign objects.
    2. Using a socket wrench (30 mm), while applying the brakes, temporarily install a new axle hub nut.

      Torque: 216 N*m (2203 kgf*cm, 159 ft.*lbf) 

      HINT: 

      • Stake the axle hub nut after inspecting for looseness and runout in the following steps.
      • Tighten the axle hub nut while the brakes are applied to prevent the front axle from rotating.
  13. SEPARATE FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY  See step  2
  14. REMOVE FRONT DISC  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 12
  15. INSPECT FRONT AXLE HUB BEARING LOOSENESS  See step  4
  16. INSPECT FRONT AXLE HUB RUNOUT  See step  5
  17. INSTALL FRONT DISC  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 1
  18. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY  See step  9
  19. CONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 8
  20. INSTALL FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT 
    1. Using a chisel and hammer, stake the axle hub nut.
      Fig 6: Staking Axle Hub Nut
      GTY215440Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  21. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL 

    Torque: 103 N*m (1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf) 

  22. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT 

    HINT: 

    Refer to ADJUSTMENT

  23. CHECK FOR SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL 

    for 2AZ-FE: Refer to TEST MODE PROCEDURE

    for 2ZR-FE: Refer to TEST MODE PROCEDURE