RX 400h FWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) Hybrid (2006)
10. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB HOLE SNAP RING
a. Using snap ring pliers, remove the front axle hub hole snap ring.
11. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY
a. Hold the front axle assembly between aluminum plates in a vise.
NOTICE: Do not overtighten the vise.
b. Using SST, remove the front axle hub sub assembly.
SST 09520-00031
c. Using SST and a press, remove the bearing inner race (outside) from the front axle hub sub-assembly
SST 09950-60010 (09951-00430), 09950-70010 (09951-07100), 09555-55010
NOTICE: Be careful not to drop the front axle hub sub-assembly.
12. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE DUST COVER
a. Remove the 4 bolts and disc brake dust cover from steering knuckle.
13. REMOVE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY
14. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB BEARING