Last Modified: 01-27-2025 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM10000000262RL
Model Year Start: 2023 Model: Corolla Prod Date Range: [09/2022 -           ]
Title: DRIVE SHAFT / PROPELLER SHAFT: REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for HV Model): REMOVAL; 2023 - 2025 MY Corolla Corolla HV [09/2022 -        ]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

HINT:

  • Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL

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2. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER BAR SUB-ASSEMBLY

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3. DISCONNECT NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE WIRE ASSEMBLY

(a) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, disconnect the No. 2 parking brake wire assembly connector from the rear skid control sensor.

NOTICE:

Be careful not to damage the rear skid control sensor or connector cover.

*a

Protective Tape

4. REMOVE REAR SKID CONTROL SENSOR

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5. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT

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6. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

(a) Put matchmarks on the rear drive shaft assembly and differential side gear shaft sub-assembly.

*a

Matchmark

(b) Remove the 4 nuts and 4 washers.

(c) Put matchmarks on the rear drive shaft assembly and rear axle hub and bearing assembly.

*a

Matchmark

(d) Using a plastic hammer, separate the rear drive shaft assembly from the rear axle hub and bearing assembly.

HINT:

If it is difficult to remove, tap the end of the rear drive shaft assembly using a brass bar and a hammer.

(e) Push the rear drive shaft inboard joint assembly toward the outside of the vehicle and remove the rear drive shaft assembly from the differential side gear shaft sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

  • Do not damage the rear drive shaft inboard joint boot.
  • Do not damage the rear drive shaft outboard joint boot.
  • Do not drop the rear drive shaft assembly.
  • When removing the rear drive shaft assembly, keep it level.