1. INSPECT REAR 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 axle hub assembly.
NOTICE: Ensure that the dial gauge is set at right angles to the measurement surface.
2. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB BEARING DEVIATION

(a) Using a dial gauge, check for deviation in the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.
Maximum: 0.07 mm (0.0027 in.)
If backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub assembly.
NOTICE: Ensure that the dial gauge is set at right angles to the measurement surface.
Rear axle hub and bearing (for 4wd)
RemovalDisassembly
1. INSPECT OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY
HINT:
(See page AX-234)
2. REMOVE CLUTCH DRUM OIL SEAL RING
(a) Remove the 2 clutch drum oil seal rings.
3. REMOVE STATOR SHAFT ASSEMBLY
(a) Using a "torx" socket (T30), remove the 11 bolts and
stator shaft.
4. INSPECT CLEARANCE OF OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY ...
Removal
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY
TERMINALV
Caution:
wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the
cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to
prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
2. Remove air fuel ratio sensor (for bank 2
sensor 1)
(a) ...
Removal
HINT:
Remove the RH side by the same procedure as the LH side.
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
2. DRAIN BRAKE FLUID
NOTICE:
Wash the brake fluid off immediately if it attaches to
any painted surface.
3. SEPARATE REAR BRAKE TUBE NO.4
(a) Remove the clip and a disconnect, the rear brake
flexible hos ...