RX 330 AWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
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Be careful not to damage the speed sensor.
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Prevent foreign matter from adhering to the speed sensor.
3. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT LH NUT
a. Using SST(s) and a hammer, unstake the staked part of the axle shaft LH nut
SST 09930-00010
NOTICE: Loosen the staked part of the nut completely, otherwise the screw of the drive shaft may be damaged.
b. While applying the brakes, remove the lock axle shaft LH nut.
4. SEPARATE HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSY REAR (W/ AIR SUSPENSION)
5. SEPARATE HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSY REAR (W/ DISCHARGE HEAD LAMP)
HINT: Perform the procedure only when removing the RH side.
6. SEPARATE REAR SUSPENSION ARM ASSY NO.1 LH
7. SEPARATE STRUT ROD ASSY REAR
8. SEPARATE REAR SUSPENSION ARM ASSY NO.2 LH
9. SEPARATE REAR AXLE CARRIER SUB-ASSY LH
a. Push the rear axle carrier sub-assy LH toward the outside of the vehicle, using a plastic hammer, separate the rear drive shaft assy LH from the
rear axle carrier sub-assy LH.
NOTICE:
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Be careful not to damage the joint boot and speed sensor rotor.
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Do not push out the rear axle carrier sub-assy LH excessively.
10. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSY LH
a. Remove the rear drive shaft, as shown in the illustration.
NOTICE: Move the drive shaft assy while keeping it level.
11. INSPECT REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSY LH
a. Check that there is no remarkable 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 remarkable play in the radial direction of the inboard joint
d. Check the boots for damage