Removal Of Rear Axle Shaft; Rear Axle Shaft Components Inspection And Repair - Toyota Hilux Surf 1993 Owner's Manual

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SUSPENSION AND AXLE –

REMOVAL OF REAR AXLE SHAFT

1. REMOVE WHEEL AND BRAKE DRUM
2. DISCONNECT BRAKE TUBE AND PARKING BRAKE
CABLE
3. REMOVE FOUR BACKING PLATE MOUNTING NUTS
4. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT FROM REAR AXLE
HOUSING
5. REMOVE SNAP RING
6. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT FROM BACKING PLATE
(a) Attach SST to the backing plate.
SST 09521–25011
(b) Press out the rear axle shaft from the backing plate.
NOTICE: When pulling out the rear axle, be careful not
to damage the oil seal.
INSPECTION AND REPAIR OF REAR AXLE SHAFT
COMPONENTS
1. INSPECT REAR AXLE SHAFT AND FLANGE FOR WEAR,
DAMAGE OR RUNOUT
Maximum shaft runout: 2.0 mm (0.079 in.)
Maximum flange runout: 0.2 mm (0.008 in.)
If the rear axle shaft or flange is damaged or worn, or if
runout is greater than maximum, replace the rear axle
shaft.
2. INSPECT OUTER OIL SEAL
(a) Check for damage.
(b) Check the oil seal lip for wear or damage.
If necessary, replace the oil seal.
3. REMOVE OUTER OIL SEAL
Using SST, remove the oil seal.
SST 09308–00010
4. INSPECT REAR AXLE BEARING
Check for wear or damage.
5. IF NECESSARY, REPLACE REAR AXLE BEARING
(a) Using SST, press out the bearing.
SST 09223–56010 and 09608–35014 (09608–06100)
Rear Axle Shaft (Single Tire)