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)
RemovalOpen in Driver Side Squib 2nd Step Circuit
DTC B1181/18 Open in Driver Side Squib 2nd Step Circuit
DESCRIPTION
The driver side squib 2nd step circuit consists of the center airbag sensor
assembly, the spiral cable and
the steering pad.
The circuit instructs the SRS to deploy when deployment conditions are met.
DTC B1181/18 is reco ...
Camshaft Position "A" Actuator Circuit
DTC P0010 Camshaft Position "A" Actuator Circuit (Bank
1)
DTC P0020 Camshaft Position "A" Actuator Circuit (Bank
2)
DESCRIPTION
The Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system includes the ECM, Oil Control Valve (OCV)
and VVT controller.
The ECM sends a target duty-cycle control ...
Removal
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
2. REMOVE SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE (for 2WD)
(a) Disconnect the skid control sensor connector.
(b) Remove the bolt and disconnect the bracket from
the rear axle beam assembly.
HINT:
Separate the RH side by the same procedures as
the LH side.
3. SEPARATE SPEED SENSO ...