Sidekick JS 2D Soft Top 2WD L4-1.6L (1997)
NOTE: Use care not to pull brake back plate along with shaft.
Special Tool:
(C): 09943-35511
(B): 09942-15510 or equivalents.
6. Rear axle shaft that was drawn out.
Shaft length "L"
Left side: 683.5 mm (26.9 inch)
Right side: 726.5 mm (28.6 inch)
7. In order to remove the retainer ring from the shaft, grind with a grinder two parts of the bearing retainer ring as illustrated till it becomes thin.
CAUTION: Be careful not to grind too far not to damage the shaft.
8. Break with a chisel the thin ground retainer ring, and it can be removed.
9. Remove bearing from shaft by using hydraulic press.
10. Remove bearing retainer.