Highlander 2WD V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (2003)
c. Remove the gasket from the drive shaft.
d. Use bolts, nuts and washers to keep the inboard joint together.
NOTICE: Tighten the bolts by hand to avoid scratching the flange surface.
13. REMOVE DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR SHAFT SUB-ASSY LH
a. Mount drive shaft in a soft vise.
b. Using a hexagon wrench, remove the 6 hexagon bolts and 3 joint washers.
NOTICE: Do not compress the inboard boot.
c. Remove the gasket from the drive shaft.
d. Use bolts, nuts and washers to keep the inboard joint together.
NOTICE: Tighten the bolts by hand to avoid scratching the flange surface.
14. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT LH HOLE SNAP RING
a. Using screwdriver, remove the snap ring.