RX 330 AWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
NOTICE: Prevent foreign matter from adhering to the speed sensor.
9. SEPARATE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSY LH
a. Remove the cotter pin and nut
b. Using SST(s), separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle
SST 09628-62011
10. SEPARATE FRONT SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSY LOWER NO.1 LH
a. Remove the bolt and 2 nuts, and separate the front suspension arm sub-assy lower No.1 LH from the lower ball joint
11. SEPARATE FRONT AXLE ASSY LH
a. Using a plastic hammer, separate the drive shaft from the axle hub
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the boot and speed sensor rotor.
12. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSY LH
a. Using SST(s), remove the front drive shaft assy LH.
SST 09520-01010, 09520-24010 (09520-32040)
NOTICE:
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Be careful not to damage the transaxle case oil seal, inboard joint boot and drive shaft dust cover.
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Be careful not to drop the drive shaft assy.