Highlander 4WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
REAR AXLE HUB & BEARING ASSY LH (4WD)
REPLACEMENT
HINT:
COMPONENTS:
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
2. SEPARATE SPEED SENSOR REAR LH
3. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT LH NUT
(a) Using SST and a hammer, unstake the staked part of the axle hub 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 hub LH nut.
4. SEPARATE REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSY LH
(a) Remove the bolt, and separate the flexible hose from the shock absorber.
(b) Remove the 2 bolts and separate rear disc brake caliper assy.
NOTICE: Use a string or other device to keep the brake caliper from hanging down.
5. REMOVE REAR DISC
6. REMOVE REAR AXLE HUB & BEARING ASSY LH