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Rear axle bearing replacement

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by Cody06tundra, May 2, 2021.

  1. May 2, 2021 at 1:11 PM
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    Hi, I wondering if anybody has the step by step information on how to replace the rear wheel bearings. I don't have a Chilton's or Haynes manual and I don't want to buy and all data subscription if I don't need to. Any help is greatly appreciated. If you're close I'll buy you a six pack.
     
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    https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-5MhfqaHsHObmt6RDVhOGtKWjA/view

    Here is a link to the FSM. Not detailed step-by-step but very helpful. Rear axle starts on page SA-92 (2506). It is important that the ABS tone ring is pressed to the right spec.

    I chose to have a machine shop do both of my axles. It was about $90 per side for the labor with me supplying the parts.
     
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    Wow!!! Thanks for the link! I just downloaded it and now I'll never have to search the web for answers again!!! Can't thank you enough!!!
     
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    When you pull the axles out, use some rubber vacuum caps on the brake lines to minimize fluid loss and air that you'll need to bleed later.
     
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    About 10 years ago I went to a community college for 2 and 1/2 years to get an associates degree for Automotive Systems Technology. Just so I can learn how to work on my own stuff to not have to pay other people. So for the most part I know how to do everything is just a matter of finding specs I may be refreshing my mind on something I forgotten. Spending that time and money going to school is probably the best thing I've ever done. And I have no interest in being a mechanic I just wanted to know for myself. Highly recommended.
     
  6. May 2, 2021 at 9:55 PM
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    Thanks. I’d follow the FSM on this one. Maybe look at my build page at the Pass Side Seal Job to see the ‘Grease Test’. Main tool needed is a Press for the Bearing Job. Without a good Press, its a Mangle Job.
     
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  9. May 3, 2021 at 11:12 AM
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    This is the video you need. It shows you everything you need to know.

    https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=R-c2x3F8DU4

    He’s working on a 3rd gen 4Runner, but our axles are exactly the same. The guy has a whole library of videos on YT on the maintenance of 3rd gen 4Runners. (I used to own one, and Timmy is the go-to guy for this kind of knowledge). He’s exceptionally smart, knowledgeable, and thorough in his videos.

    Here’s the take-away:
    1- placement of the race for the inner seal is the thing that gets an inexperienced tech/diy-er. Pay particular attention to this as it is critical.
    2- you need a press (20 ton harbor freight if you don’t have one already)
    3- you need a special tool.

    If you’re interested, have the special tool Tim references in that video. I’ve loaned it to another member here (@Mytechguyri) and it worked out well.
    We handled it the same way as the auto parts stores do. You essentially buy the tool ($180) and I refund your money when you return it. You pay actual shipping. (About $25 each way last time, so $50 total)
    I’m not interested in making money on it, I just don’t want to lose money or the tool.
    PM me if you’re interested.
    I’m also happy to lend any assistance I can as I’ve done the job on my truck.
     
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  10. May 9, 2021 at 3:57 PM
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    If it fits it ships
    i made a slide hammer tool to get it pressed back on
     
  11. Jul 25, 2023 at 6:36 PM
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    Make sure you don’t press the tone ring and spacer too far or the seal won’t sit on the spacer and oil will leak onto the bearing trashing it.upload_2023-7-25_21-36-24.jpg
     
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  12. Jul 26, 2023 at 5:36 AM
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    I don't think I've ever seen that spec of 122.2mm before. Great to know! When I did mine, I just took a measurement of the one I removed, then put the new one on in exactly the same position.
     

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