Genuine Lexus RX350 Axle Shaft

Lexus RX350 Axle Shaft Parts Questions & Answers

• Shaft Assembly, Rear Drive
  42340-0E010
  Q: What are the step-by-step instructions for removing and installing the front and rear driveaxles?

  A: Start by removing the wheel cover and unstaking the nut. Loosen the hub nut and wheel lug nuts, then raise the vehicle and support it on jackstands. Remove the wheel and drain the transaxle lubricant. Detach the ball joint from the control arm and remove the Axle Shaft/hub nut. Free the Axle Shaft from the hub and pry the inner end from the transaxle. Remove the Axle Shaft, replace the old spring clip, and lubricate the Differential seal. Reinstall the Axle Shaft, ensuring the spring clip locks in place. Grease the outer CV joint splines, reconnect the ball joint, and tighten the nuts. Install a new Axle Shaft/hub nut and check the Axle Shaft's seating. For 4WD models, follow similar steps for the rear, including removing the wheel, ABS sensor lead clamps, and parking brake cable bracket. Remove the Axle Shaft, replace the spring clip, lubricate the differential seal, and reinstall the Axle Shaft. Reconnect the control arms, install a new Axle Shaft/hub nut, and check the Axle Shaft's seating, then install the wheel and lower the vehicle.