RX400h · Service Manual DRIVE LINE

INSTALLATION

Removal / installation


1. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
  1. Align the matchmarks.

  1. C108295E01
    Install the rear drive shaft assembly with the 4 nuts and washers.

    Torque:
    56 N*m{ 571 kgf*cm , 41 ft.*lbf }


2. INSTALL REAR AXLE CARRIER SUB-ASSEMBLY

  1. C108208
    Install the rear axle carrier sub-assembly with the 2 bolts and nuts to the shock absorber.

    Torque:
    180 N*m{ 1,840 kgf*cm , 133 ft.*lbf }

    NOTICE:
    1. Be careful not to damage the outboard joint boot.
    2. Be careful not to damage the speed sensor rotor.
    3. Prevent foreign matter from adhering to the speed sensor rotor.

    HINT:
    Insert the bolt from the rear side of the vehicle and tighten the bolt.


3. TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY NO.2

  1. C108207
    Temporarily tighten the rear suspension arm assembly No.2 with the bolt and nut.

    HINT:
    Insert the bolt from the rear side of the vehicle and lightly tighten the bolt.


4. TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY NO.1

  1. C108206
    Temporarily tighten the rear suspension arm assembly No.1 with the bolt and nut.

    HINT:
    Insert the bolt from the front side of the vehicle and lightly tighten the bolt.


5. TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR STRUT ROD ASSEMBLY

  1. C107673J01
    Temporarily tighten the strut rod assembly rear with the bolt and nut.

    HINT:
    Insert the bolt from the inside of the vehicle and lightly tighten the bolt.

  1. C107672J01
    Temporarily tighten the strut rod assembly rear with the bolt and nut.

    HINT:
    Insert the bolt from the inside of the vehicle and lightly tighten the bolt.


6. INSTALL REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY

  1. C108173
    Install the hub and bearing assembly with the 4 bolts.

    Torque:
    75 N*m{ 765 kgf*cm , 55 ft.*lbf }


7. INSTALL REAR DISC

  1. F045499E01
    Aligning the matchmarks, install the rear disc.

    HINT:
    When replacing the rear disc with a new one, select the installation position where the rear disc has the minimum runout.


8. INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY

  1. C108172
    Install the rear disc brake caliper assembly with the 2 bolts to the rear axle carrier.

    Torque:
    78 N*m{ 795 kgf*cm , 58 ft.*lbf }


9. INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR

  1. C108209
    Install the speed sensor with the bolt.

    Torque:
    8.0 N*m{ 82 kgf*cm , 71 in.*lbf }

    NOTICE:
    1. Be careful not to damage the speed sensor.
    2. Prevent foreign matter from adhering to the speed sensor.
    3. Do not twist the sensor wire when installing the sensor.


10. INSTALL REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT
  1. Using a socket wrench (30mm), install a new rear axle shaft nut.

    Torque:
    294 N*m{ 3,000 kgf*cm , 217 ft.*lbf }

  1. C108171
    Using a chisel and hammer, stake the rear axle shaft nut.


11. STABILIZE SUSPENSION

  1. C107473E01
    Jack up the rear axle carrier, placing a wooden block to avoid damage. Apply load to the suspension so that the rear drive shaft assembly is horizontally positioned.


12. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY NO.2

  1. C108447
    Fully tighten the rear suspension arm assembly No.2 with the bolt and nut.

    Torque:
    112 N*m{ 1,140 kgf*cm , 83 ft.*lbf }

    HINT:
    While holding the nut, turn the bolt.


13. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY NO.1

  1. C108448
    Fully tighten the rear suspension arm assembly No.1 with the bolt and nut.

    Torque:
    112 N*m{ 1,140 kgf*cm , 83 ft.*lbf }

    HINT:
    While holding the nut, turn the bolt.


14. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR STRUT ROD ASSEMBLY

  1. C107673J01
    Fully tighten the rear strut rod assembly (rear axle carrier side) with the bolt and nut.

    Torque:
    80 N*m{ 816 kgf*cm , 59 ft.*lbf }

    HINT:
    While holding the nut, turn the bolt.

  1. C107672J01
    Fully tighten the rear strut rod assembly (vehicle side) with the bolt and nut.

    Torque:
    80 N*m{ 816 kgf*cm , 59 ft.*lbf }

    HINT:
    While holding the nut, turn the bolt.


15. INSTALL PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY NO.3

  1. C107671J01
    Install the parking brake cable assembly No.3 with the nut.

    Torque:
    6.0 N*m{ 61 kgf*cm , 53 in.*lbf }


16. INSTALL REAR WHEEL

Torque:
103 N*m{ 1,050 kgf*cm , 76 ft.*lbf }


17. ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
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18. CHECK SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL
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