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)
RemovalFastening the seat belt (for the third center seat)
Take the plate out of the holder,
and then pull down the seat
belt.
Push plate “A� into buckle “A�
until a click sound is heard.
Push plate “B� into buckle “B�
until a click sound is heard.
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Repair
1. INSTALL HEADLIGHT PROTECTOR RETAINER UPPER
HINT:
If the installation area of the headlight assembly is
damaged, use the supply bracket for low-cost repair.
Ensure that the headlight assembly is not damaged.
Cut off the part shaded in the illustration and sand
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Symptom simulation
HINT:
The most difficult case in troubleshooting is when no
problem symptoms occur. In such a case, a thorough
problem analysis must be carried out. A simulation of the
same or similar conditions and environment in which the
problem occurred in the customer's vehicle should be
carried out. No ...