GS 300 RWD V6-3.0L (3GR-FSE) (2006)
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If it is necessary to place the vehicle's weight on the hub bearing, first support it with SST.
10. INSPECT FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
a. Check that there is no excessive play in the outboard joint.
b. Check that the inboard joint slides smoothly in the thrust direction.
c. Check that there is no excessive play in the radial directions of the inboard joint.
d. Check the boot for damage.
DISASSEMBLY
1. REMOVE FRONT AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT LH NO. 2 CLAMP
a. Using a screwdriver, remove the inboard joint boot No. 2 clamp as shown in the illustration.
2. REMOVE FRONT AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT LH CLAMP
a. Remove the inboard joint boot clamp using the same procedures as for the inboard joint boot No. 2 clamp.
3. SEPARATE INBOARD JOINT BOOT
a. Separate the inboard joint boot from the inboard joint assembly.
4. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE INBOARD JOINT ASSEMBLY LH
a. Put matchmarks on the inboard joint assembly and outboard joint shaft.
NOTICE: Do not use a punch for the marks.
b. Remove the inboard joint assembly from the outboard joint shaft.
c. Put matchmarks on the outboard joint shaft and tripod joint.
NOTICE: Do not use a punch for the marks.
