2002 Toyota Highlander Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2002 Toyota Highlander

  • 2002 Toyota Highlander 3.0 V6 GAS, CC:2995, Fuel Injection
  • 2002 Toyota Highlander 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2362, Fuel Injection

DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Highlander AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 2002 Toyota Highlander cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Highlander 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Drain transmission fluid and transfer case oil.
  • Unstake drive shaft hub nut.
  • With an assistant applying brakes, remove drive shaft hub nut.
  • Remove nut, then disconnect stabilizer bar link fro shock absorber.
  • Remove bolt and separate ABS speed sensor wire and hose from shock absorber.
  • Remove bolt, then remove ABS speed sensor from steering knuckle.
  • Remove cotter pin and nut, then separate tie rod end from steering knuckle, using a suitable pry tool.
  • Remove bolt and nuts from lower ball joint, then separate lower control arm...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Highlander AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 2002 Toyota Highlander cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Highlander 3.0 V6 GAS

Disassemble

This procedure describes a driveline equipped with cardan joint in tube yoke. Driveline equipped with companion/slip yoke repeat steps to remove remaining cardan joint.

  • Place driveshaft on suitable workbench. Do not damage driveshaft when servicing on workbench. Ensure driveline and components are reference marked to prevent driveline imbalance. Do not tighten driveshaft too tightly in a vise because this will cause driveline to become out of balance and result in driveline vibration.
  • Tap outside of bearing cap with a drift to loosen snap ring.
  • Remove snap ri...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Highlander AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 2002 Toyota Highlander cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Highlander 2.4 L4 GAS

Disassemble

This procedure describes a driveline equipped with cardan joint in tube yoke. Driveline equipped with companion/slip yoke repeat steps to remove remaining cardan joint.

  • Place driveshaft on suitable workbench. Do not damage driveshaft when servicing on workbench. Ensure driveline and components are reference marked to prevent driveline imbalance. Do not tighten driveshaft too tightly in a vise because this will cause driveline to become out of balance and result in driveline vibration.
  • Tap outside of bearing cap with a drift to loosen snap ring.
  • Remove snap ri...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Highlander AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 2002 Toyota Highlander cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Highlander 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove exhaust pipe.
  • Have an assistant depress and hold brake pedal.
  • Loosen the cross groove joint set bolts a 1/2 turn.
  • Place reference marks on both flanges.
  • Remove nuts, bolts and washers at flanges.
  • Remove bolts and adjusting shims from...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Highlander AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 2002 Toyota Highlander cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Highlander 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Drain transmission fluid and transfer case oil.
  • Unstake drive shaft hub nut.
  • With an assistant applying brakes, remove drive shaft hub nut.
  • Remove nut, then disconnect stabilizer bar link fro shock absorber.
  • Remove bolt and separate ABS speed sensor wire and hose from shock absorber.
  • Remove bolt, then remove ABS speed sensor from steering knuckle.
  • Remove cotter pin and nut, then separate tie rod end from steering knuckle, using a suitable pry tool.
  • Remove bolt and nuts from lower ball joint, then separate lower control arm...

CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2002 Toyota Highlander DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES

DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Toyota Highlander AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported 2002 Toyota Highlander cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Toyota Highlander 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove exhaust pipe.
  • Have an assistant depress and hold brake pedal.
  • Loosen the cross groove joint set bolts a 1/2 turn.
  • Place reference marks on both flanges.
  • Remove nuts, bolts and washers at flanges.
  • Remove bolts and adjusting shims from...

CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 2002 Toyota Highlander DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES

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