Front Axle Hub Installation

Using SST and a press, install a new front axle hub bearing to the steering knuckle.

SST

09950-60020(09951-00720)
09950-70010(09951-07100)

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}

Using SST and a press, install the front axle hub sub-assembly.

SST

09608-32010
09950-60010(09951-00600)
09950-70010(09951-07100)

Using snap ring pliers, install a new front axle hub hole snap ring.

Secure the front axle assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.

NOTICE:

When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

Install the front lower ball joint to the front axle assembly with the nut.

Torque:

2ZR-FE:

103 N*m{1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf}

2AZ-FE:

123 N*m{1254 kgf*cm, 91 ft.*lbf}

Install a new cotter pin.

NOTICE:

Further tighten the nut up to 60° if the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned.

Align the matchmarks and install the front drive shaft assembly to the front axle hub sub-assembly.

Install the front axle assembly to the front shock absorber with the 2 bolts and the 2 nuts.

Torque:

240 N*m{2448 kgf*cm, 176 ft.*lbf}

NOTICE:

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

Install the front lower suspension arm to the lower ball joint with the bolt and 2 nuts.

Torque:

89 N*m{908 kgf*cm, 66 ft.*lbf}

Connect the tie rod end sub-assembly LH to the steering knuckle with the nut.

Torque:

49 N*m{500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf}

NOTICE:

Further tighten the nut up to 60° if the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned.

Install a new cotter pin.

Align the matchmarks of the disc and axle hub, and install the disc.

NOTICE:

When replacing the disc with a new one, select the installation position where the front disc has the minimal runout.

Install the front disc brake caliper assembly to the steering knuckle with the 2 bolts.

Torque:

107 N*m{1089 kgf*cm, 79 ft.*lbf}

NOTICE:

Do not twist the brake hose when installing the front disc brake caliper assembly.

Clean the threaded parts on the drive shaft and axle hub nut using a non-residue solvent.

NOTICE:

1. Be sure to perform this work when installing a new drive shaft.
   
2. Keep the threaded parts free of oil and foreign objects.
   

Using a socket wrench (30 mm), while applying the brakes, temporarily install a new axle hub nut.

Torque:

216 N*m{2203 kgf*cm, 158 ft.*lbf}

HINT:

1. Stake the axle hub nut after inspecting for looseness and runout in the following steps.
   
2. Tighten the axle hub nut while the brakes are applied to prevent the front axle from rotating.
   

Remove the 2 bolts and separate the front disc brake caliper assembly from the steering knuckle.

NOTICE:

Use wire or an equivalent tool to keep the brake caliper from hanging down by the flexible hose.

Put matchmarks on the disc and the axle hub, and remove the front disc.

Using a dial indicator, check for looseness near the center of the axle hub.

Maximum looseness:

0.05 mm (0.00196 in.)

NOTICE:

Ensure that the dial indicator is set perpendicular to the measurement surface.

Using a dial indicator, check for runout on the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.

Maximum runout:

0.03 mm (0.00118 in.)

NOTICE:

Ensure that the dial indicator is set perpendicular to the measurement surface.

Align the matchmarks of the disc and axle hub, and install the disc.

NOTICE:

When replacing the disc with a new one, select the installation position where the front disc has the minimal runout.

Install the front disc brake caliper assembly to the steering knuckle with the 2 bolts.

Torque:

107 N*m{1089 kgf*cm, 79 ft.*lbf}

NOTICE:

Do not twist the brake hose when installing the front disc brake caliper assembly.

Install the front speed sensor and front flexible hose to the front shock absorber with the bolt.

Torque:

29 N*m{296 kgf*cm, 21 ft.*lbf}

NOTICE:

Do not twist the front speed sensor when installing it.

HINT:

Install the speed sensor harness bracket first, and then the front flexible hose.

Install the front speed sensor and front flexible hose to the front shock absorber with the bolt.

Torque:

29 N*m{296 kgf*cm, 21 ft.*lbf}

NOTICE:

Do not twist the front speed sensor when installing it.

HINT:

Install the speed sensor harness bracket first, and then the front flexible hose.

Install the front speed sensor with the clamp to the front shock absorber.

Using a chisel and hammer, stake the axle hub nut.