Symptoms
A growl or vibration from one front corner that changes with speed or load.
The fix, step by step
- This is the same hub as the GX 470, FJ Cruiser and 4Runner.
- Pull the dust cap and break the axle nut with a 35 mm socket.
- Remove the caliper and rotor, then the four 17 mm bolts holding the hub to the knuckle.
- Once they're cracked loose, switch to an open-end wrench, because the bolts can't come fully out with the hub in place.
- Knock the hub free, keep or replace the O-ring behind it, and bolt in the new assembly with a new axle nut.
Tools & part numbers
- 35 mm socket
- breaker bar
- 17 mm open-end wrench
- hammer
- torque wrench
- new axle nut
Where to buy the parts
Front wheel hub and bearing assembly, OEM, 120/150/GX470/FJ (FAHUBGXKITOEM)CruiserTeq ↗Amazon ↗
Front wheel bearing assembly, Prado 120/150HD Automotive ↗Amazon ↗
Front wheel hub dust cap, 120 Series/GX (FAHUB28010)CruiserTeq ↗Amazon ↗
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Rated for a competent home mechanic with a decent tool kit. Confirm torque figures, fluids and procedures against the factory service manual for your VIN, support the truck on stands rather than a jack, and work at your own risk (disclaimer). Some parts links are affiliate links, which pay us a small commission at no cost to you.