2002 Lexus LX 470FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Front Extension Housing: Disassembly

  1. REMOVE DRIVE CLUTCH HUB 
    1. Using a snap ring expander, remove the snap ring.
    2. Fig 1: Removing Drive Clutch Hub
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    3. Using SST, remove the drive clutch hub.

      SST 09950-40011 (09951-04020, 09952-04010, 09953-04030, 09954-04020, 09955-04021, 09957-04010, 09958-04011)

  2. REMOVE FRONT OUTPUT SHAFT 

    Using a plastic hammer, drive out the front output shaft.

    Fig 2: Removing Front Output Shaft
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  3. REMOVE DUST DEFLECTOR 
    1. Using SST, remove the dust deflector.
      Fig 3: Removing Dust Deflector
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      SST 09950-40011 (09951-04020, 09952-04010, 09953-04030, 09954-04010, 09955-04051, 09957-04010, 09958-04011)

    2. Using a screwdriver and hammer, tap the dust deflector and remove it from the extension housing.
      Fig 4: Removing Dust Deflector From Extension Housing
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  4. REMOVE OIL SEAL 

    Using a screwdriver, pry out the oil seal from the front extension housing.

    Fig 5: Removing Oil Seal
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  5. REMOVE BALL BEARING 
    1. Using a screwdriver, remove the snap ring.
      Fig 6: Removing Snap Ring
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    2. Using SST and a press, remove the ball bearing.
      Fig 7: Removing Ball Bearing
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      SST 09316-60011 (09316-00011, 09316-00071)

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.