Genuine Toyota Sequoia Axle Shaft

Toyota Sequoia Axle Shaft Parts Questions & Answers

• Shaft Assembly, Front Drive, Left
  43430-0C020
  Q: How do I remove and install a driveaxle on a Toyota Tundra and Toyota Sequoia?

  A: Loosen the front wheel lug nuts, raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Block the rear wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling off the stands. Remove the wheels. Drain the Differential. Remove the grease cap. Remove the cotter pin and nut lock, place a prybar or large screwdriver between the wheel studs to hold the Axle Shaft and break the Axle Shaft/hub nut loose with a large breaker bar, or have an assistant apply the brakes. Remove the nut. Disconnect the lower control arm from the balljoint. If you're removing the left Axle Shaft, remove the left side shock absorber. Knock the Axle Shaft loose from the steering knuckle with a brass drift and hammer. Do NOT use a steel punch or strike the end of the Axle Shaft with a steel hammer; a steel punch or hammer will damage the threads or the splines on the end of the Axle Shaft. Swing the steering knuckle outward and pull the Axle Shaft assembly out of the steering knuckle, then detach the Axle Shaft from the differential. If you're removing the right Axle Shaft, tap the inner CV joint out of the differential with a hammer and a brass drift; if you're removing the left Axle Shaft, a slide hammer with a special hooked adapter (available at most auto parts stores) will be needed to pull the inner CV joint from the differential. Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten the Axle Shaft/hub nut, then install the nut lock and a new cotter pin. Tighten the lug nuts. Tighten all suspension fasteners. For rear (Sequoia models), loosen the rear wheel lug nuts, raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Block the front wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling off the stands. Remove the wheels. Drain the differential. Remove the grease cap. Remove the cotter pin and nut lock, place a prybar or large screwdriver between the wheel studs to hold the Axle Shaft and break the Axle Shaft/hub nut loose with a large breaker bar, or have an assistant apply the brakes. Remove the nut. Knock the Axle Shaft loose from the knuckle with a brass drift and hammer. Do NOT use a steel punch or strike the end of the Axle Shaft with a steel hammer; a steel punch or hammer will damage the threads or the splines on the end of the Axle Shaft. Disconnect and remove the rear knuckle assembly. Swing the knuckle outward and pull the Axle Shaft assembly out of the steering knuckle, then detach the Axle Shaft from the differential. Attach a slide hammer with a special hooked adapter (available at most auto parts stores) will be needed to pull the inner CV joint from the differential. Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten the Axle Shaft/hub nut, then install the nut lock and a new cotter pin. Tighten the lug nuts. Tighten all suspension fasteners.
• Shaft Assembly, Rear Drive, Right
  42330-0C010
  Q: What is the type of rear axle assembly used in Toyota Tundra and Toyota Sequoia?

  A: The rear axle assembly is a hypoid, semi-floating type with a Differential that adjusts tire rotation speed during turns. Some models feature a locking limited-slip rear axle for improved traction. Sequoia models use a fully independent rear axle assembly with a differential and driveaxles with CV joints. Before attributing issues to the axle, check for other causes like road and tire noise, or engine and transmission noise. Differential overhauls require special tools and professional expertise. If the rear axle needs replacement, refer to the code on the right rear axle tube.
• Shaft Assembly, Rear Drive
  42330-0C020
  Q: How to remove and install a rear axle assembly/differential?

  A: Loosen the rear wheel lug nuts, raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands placed under the frame. Block the front wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling off the stands. Remove the rear wheels. Position a jack under the rear axle Differential housing. Disconnect the driveshaft from the differential. Fasten the driveshaft out of the way with a piece of wire from the underbody. Disconnect the load sensing proportioning and bypass valve height sensing spring from the axle. Detach all brake hoses or lines from the axle housing, then plug them to prevent fluid leakage. Remove the rear brake assemblies. Disconnect the parking brake cables from the brake assemblies and detach the cables from the rear axle housing. Detach the vent hose from the axle housing. Disconnect the shock absorbers from the spring seats or from the axle brackets. Disconnect the leaf spring U-bolts and remove the spacers, bumpers, and spring seats. Remove the rear driveaxles. Remove the rear differential mounting fasteners. Lower the jack under the differential, then remove the rear axle assembly/differential from under the vehicle. Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten all suspension fasteners. On Sequoia models, tighten the four front mounting bolts first, followed by the two rear mounting bolts. On Tundra models, bleed the brakes.