How to replace rear axle bearing on 1998 Toyota 4Runner?
In this video I will show you how to replace the rear axle bearing on a 1998 Toyota 4runner with abs. I use a fixture that was made out of an used axle housing from the junk yard. Using this method you can remove the axle bearing, lock rings and reluctor ring at the same time without cutting them off.
How do you replace a rear wheel axle?
The first step is to use the 20-ton shop press and Rear Wheel Axle Bearing Puller & Tone Ring Tool/Installer SST to remove the ABS tone ring and inner retainer from the axle. And to use the SST, I had to pound out one of the studs that holds the backing plate to the axle housing.
How to replace rear axle seals on a Toyota Tacoma?
Step-by-Step: Replacing Rear Axle Seal & Bearing on a 1st gen Tacoma w/ABS (or 3rd gen 4Runner) OK, so having written up all the steps, it was – as usual – time to gather the parts and tools.
When to replace rear axle seals and bearings?
Diff oil in the bearing will “wash out” the bearing grease that keeps things moving smoothly, and will keep your brakes from working well – so it’s a good idea to replace everything at the same time.
How do you replace rear wheel bearings in Toyota?
Place the new seal into the axle end, and carefully drive it in. For this seal, I found the front hub 2 1/8″ socket with a towel on the end was the perfect size to drive the new seal. Once the seal is seated, coat the lips of the seal with grease. Next, clean up the axle flange surface and replace the O-ring, or use gasket-maker instead.
Are there any Toyota axle bearing tools left in stock?
Only 19 left in stock (more on the way). . GEARWRENCH 6 Pc. Spindle Nut Set – 41660D . . Only 10 left in stock – order soon. . . Usually ships within 6 to 10 days. .
What kind of tubing to use for rear wheel bearings?
I’ve found that 2″ steel tubing with a 3/16″ wall (2×2, 2×3, round, etc.), fits the bearing retainer and axle shaft just right. Other people have found that common sizes of fence posts or steel pipe from the local hardware store work as well.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJE35juQWM8
How do you replace the wheel hub on a Toyota 4Runner?
Use a pair of pliers to remove the pin holding the hub in place. Remove the bolt from the center of the wheel hub with a 54mm socket. Remove the bolts holding the wheel bearing assembly in place and then pull the assembly off. This will likely also prove difficult, so you might need to use penetrating oil and a hammer and/or chisel to get it off.
Why does my Toyota 4Runner make a clicking noise?
This article applies to the Toyota 4Runner (1996-2002). Worn wheel bearings can oftentimes be hard to detect because they can exhibit a wide variety of symptoms. Noises coming from worn bearings can run the gauntlet from snapping, clicking, or popping noises to grinding, humming, or even clunking.
How can you tell if your wheel bearings are worn?
Worn wheel bearings can oftentimes be hard to detect because they can exhibit a wide variety of symptoms. Noises coming from worn bearings can run the gauntlet from snapping, clicking, or popping noises to grinding, humming, or even clunking.