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)
RemovalMaintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. For details, see
“Vehicle identification” below.
*3: The towing package is required.
Toyota does not recommend towing with this vehicle without the towing
package.
Vehicle identifi ...
On-vehicle inspection
1. CHECK POWER REAR NO. 2 SEAT with STOWING FUNCTION
Check the basic functions.
Operate the fold seat switch and power rear
No.2 seat switch and check to make sure each
seat function works:
Folding-down operation
Stowing operation
Return operation
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Removal
1. REMOVE REAR DOOR WINDOW FRAME MOULDING
Remove the screw.
Using a heat light, heat the rear door window frame
moulding between 40 to 60 C (104 to 140 F).
NOTICE:
Do not heat the rear door window frame
moulding excessively.
Slide the rear door window frame moulding upward
to r ...