RAV4 4WD L4-2.5L (2AR-FE) (2009)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Overhaul
Disassembly
DRIVE SHAFT: FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 4WD): DISASSEMBLY
DISASSEMBLY
1. REMOVE FRONT AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT NO. 2 CLAMP
(a) For One Touch Type Clamp:
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Using a screwdriver, remove the clamp, as shown in the illustration.
(b) For Claw Engagement Type Clamp:
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Using needle-nose pliers, remove the clamp, as shown in the illustration.
2. REMOVE FRONT AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT CLAMP
(a) For One Touch Type Clamp:
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Using a screwdriver, remove the inboard joint boot clamp, as shown in the illustration.
(b) For Claw Engagement Type Clamp:
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Using needle-nose pliers, remove the inboard joint boot clamp, as shown in the illustration.
3. REMOVE FRONT AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT
(a) Remove the boot from the inboard joint.
4. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE INBOARD JOINT ASSEMBLY LH