Canada - Drivetrain - Drive/Axle Shaft Replacement Precautions

Bulletin
TSB2728

Issue Date
March 19, 2007

Market
Canada

Title
DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

Component
DRIVELINE

Models
All '90 - '07 Toyota

INTRODUCTION:

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide information regarding anti-corrosion grease that is present on replacement driveshaft assemblies. It is important to remove this grease prior to installing the hub nut to prevent overtightening.

APPLICABLE VEHICLES:
- All '90 - '07 model year Toyota vehicles.






REQUIRED TOOLS & MATERIAL:

REPAIR PROCEDURE:







Clean the threaded area of the driveshaft with Toyota Brake Cleaner (or equivalent) to remove the anti--corrosion grease, oil, or foreign matter before installing the driveshaft into the vehicle.

NOTE:
A new axle hub nut may be required when installing the driveshaft. Check the Repair Manual procedure for more information.






WARRANTY INFORMATION: