1. INSPECT FRONT AXLE HUB BEARING BACKLASH

(a) Using a dial gauge, check for backlash near the center of the axle hub.
Maximum: 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
If backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the bearing.
NOTICE: Ensure that the dial gauge is set at right angles to the measurement surface.
2. INSPECT FRONT AXLE HUB BEARING DEVIATION

(a) Using a dial gauge, check for deviation in the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.
Maximum: 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
If deviation exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub.
NOTICE: Ensure that the dial gauge is set at right angles to the measurement surface.
Front axle hub
RemovalRemoval
1. DRAIN POWER STEERING FLUID
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL RH
3. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH (See
page EM-26)
4. REMOVE FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT (See page
EM-6)
5. DISCONNECT NO. 1 FLUID RESERVOIR TO PUMP HOSE
(a) Slide the clip and disconnect the No. 1 fluid
reservoir to pump hose from t ...
On-vehicle inspection
1. CHECK VVT SENSOR OUTPUT VOLTAGE
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Check the voltage between the specified terminal
and body ground.
Standard voltage
While turning the crankshaft pulley by hand,
measure the voltage between each terminal. Check
that the voltage ...
On-vehicle inspection
1. FRONT SEAT SIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION)
Perform a diagnostic system check.
With the front seat side airbag assembly installed on
the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any
defects as mentioned below, replace the front
seatback ass ...