RAV4 4WD V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) (2006)
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the boot.
21. INSTALL FRONT AXLE INBOARD JOINT BOOT NO. 2 CLAMP RH
HINT: Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
22. INSPECT FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
a. Check that there is no severe play in the radial direction of the outboard joint.
b. Check that the inboard joint slides smoothly in the thrust direction.
c. Check that there is no severe play in the radial direction of the inboard joint.
d. Check the boots for damage.
NOTICE: Keep the drive shaft assembly level during inspection.
HINT: For dimension (A), refer to the following values.
Reference value:
572.5 mm (22.539 inch) for LH side
918 mm (36.142 inch) for RH side
Installation
FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 4WD)
INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH
a. Coat the spline of the inboard joint shaft with gear oil.
b. Using a brass bar and hammer, align the shaft splines in the drive shaft.
NOTICE:
^
Set the snap ring with the opening side facing downwards.
^
Be careful not to damage the oil seal, boot and dust cover.
2. INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH
a. Coat the spline of the inboard joint shaft with gear oil.
b. Align the shaft splines and securely insert the drive shaft.