Hi I just decided to replace the half shafts from a 93 Toyota Camry. I struggled for a day with the driver side half shaft and finaly got the dumb thing off by buying a very ridgid prybar from sears, jamming it under shaft near the trans and bashing with a big sledge hammer. Pow! and it was free!
The passenger side is still a challenge. I removed the snap ring and lock polt but it won't move. I thinking of using a tourch to free the bearing, but will ask a friend first.
AnswerHi again,I just called a friend re: the passenger side half drive shaft. I got a brass punch and positioned it against the inner CV joint next to the bearing in the bracket. He said to use a ballpeen hammer to drive the bearing out of the bracket by using the punch against the inner joint. (don't hit the bearing)After some pounding with the ballpeen, I decided to bring out the "big gun." A few hits with the sledge hammer got the bearing free from the bracket.I cleaned the bracket with a wire brush dremmel and the rest of the install was easy.
i need the picture of a 1994 Toyota Camry xle cv joint diagram
You take it to a Toyota garage to have the work done by Toyota trained mechanics.
To remove a CV joint on a 1997 Toyota Tacoma, first, safely lift and support the vehicle, then remove the front wheel. Next, disconnect the axle from the hub by removing the axle nut and any bolts holding the hub assembly. Once the axle is free from the hub, use a pry bar to push the CV joint out of the transmission or differential, taking care not to damage any surrounding components. Finally, reverse the process to install the new CV joint.
Timing belt change, oil change if it's time, transmission fluid inspection, air filter inspection, tire rotation, cv-joint inspection, wheel bearing inspection.
remove the lower steering column universal joint and check it for stiffness. if it doesnt twist easily on either of its axis, replace it. these cars have this problem often.
To change the left drive axle on a 1997 Toyota Camry, start by safely lifting the vehicle and removing the front wheel on the driver's side. Next, disconnect the lower ball joint and remove any necessary components, such as the brake rotor and caliper, to access the axle. After unbolting the axle from the transmission and the wheel hub, you can pull the axle out and replace it with the new one, ensuring to reassemble all components in the reverse order. Finally, check that everything is secure, then lower the vehicle and test drive it to ensure proper function.
To remove the joint on a Toyota pickup, first, safely lift and secure the vehicle. Then, disconnect the battery and remove the wheel for better access. Use a socket or wrench to detach the bolts securing the joint, and if applicable, gently tap with a hammer to loosen it. Finally, carefully pull the joint from its housing, ensuring to check for any additional retaining clips or components that may need to be removed.
Let a professional do it, he will need specialized tools to reinstall the CV joint.
If the Camry is anything like the MR2, the procedure requires a brass chisel, if I remember correctly. I do remember that you DO NOT pull on the half shaft as this will cause the interior u-joint thing to separate and spill white lithium grease everywhere... I STRONGLY suggest acquiring a factory service manual or seeking the assistance of someone that has completed this task before attempting to remove the drive shaft. I learned the hard way on the MR2... .
No, the CV joint is the "flex" part of the drive shafts. The differential is part of the transmission on a fwd car that allows the two axles to turn at different speeds when turning a corner.
The 1994 -1996 Toyota Camry has a flexible joint inline with the Rear Catalytic Converter. (Yes two converters!) The Flex joint develops a leak and then the vehicle sounds like a tank driving down the road. The Flex joint is welded onto the pipe so it is not replaceable. Fortunately the cost for the entire pipe with the converter is very reasonably priced! Replacing the entire Converter pipe will have the vehicle back on the road in very little time.
Check the "boot" for cracks and see if there is any loss of grease. The boot is the rubber housing around the CV Joint. If the boot is damaged, grease has escaped and the CV Joint is making noise, the CV joint must be replaced.