Sienna FWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2006)
1. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB BEARING BACKLASH
a. Using a dial gauge, check for backlash near the center of the axle hub.
Maximum: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch)
If backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub assembly.
NOTICE: Ensure that the dial gauge is set at right angles to the measurement surface.
2. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB BEARING DEVIATION
a. Using a dial gauge, check for deviation in the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.
Maximum: 0.07 mm (0.0027 inch)
If backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub assembly.
NOTICE: Ensure that the dial gauge is set at right angles to the measurement surface.
REMOVAL
HINT: Replace the RH side by the same procedures as the LH side.
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
2. REMOVE REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH
a. Removing the 2 bolts, separate the rear disc brake caliper assembly LH for disc rear brake type.
NOTICE: Using a string and so on, hang down the disc brake caliper.
3. REMOVE REAR DISC
a. Remove rear disc for disc rear brake type.
4. REMOVE REAR BRAKE DRUM SUB-ASSEMBLY
a. Remove rear brake drum sub-assembly for drum rear brake type.
5. SEPARATE SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE
a. Disconnect the connector