Removal
AXLE AND DIFFERENTIAL: FRONT AXLE HUB (for 4WD): REMOVAL
HINT
* Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
* The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
2. REMOVE DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH Removal
3. REMOVE FRONT DISC Removal
4. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB GREASE CAP
(a) Using a screwdriver and hammer, remove the front axle hub grease cap.
NOTICE:
Do not damage the axle hub.
5. REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT
(a) Remove the cotter pin and lock cap.
(b) Remove the front axle shaft nut.
6. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Remove the 4 bolts.
(b) Using a plastic-faced hammer, tap out the front drive shaft from the front axle hub.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage the drive shaft boot.
(c) Remove the front axle hub and front disc dust cover.
(d) Remove the O-ring.