Previa Van DX 4WD L4-2438cc 2.4L DOHC SC MFI (1997)
Axle Bearing: Service and Repair
1. Disc brake: Remove backing plate.
a. Place a 19 mm socket wrench between the rear axle shaft and backing plate.
b. Install a nut to the bolt.
c. Using a hammer, remove the 4 bolts.
d. Remove the backing plate.
2. Inspect axle shaft and flange for runout. Using a dial indicator, measure the axle shaft and flange runout.
Maximum runout: Shaft: 2.0 mm (0.079 inch)
Flange: 0.2 mm (0.008 inch)
If the axle shaft or flange are damage or worn, or if runout is greater than maximum, replace the rear axle shaft.
3. Inspect axle bearing. Check that the bearing rotates smoothly.
4. w/ABS: Remove oil seal. Using SST # 09950 - 00020 or equivalent and a press, remove the oil seal.
5. w/ABS: Remove ABS speed sensor rotor. Using SST # 09950 - 00020 or equivalent and a press, remove the ABS speed sensor rotor.
6. Remove bearing inner retainer.
a. Using a grinder, grind down the inner retainer.
b. Using a chisel and hammer, cut off the retainer and remove it from the shaft.