CV joints and axle removal

[expat]

I haven't got a repair manual (yet) and haven't looked carefully but how close is this explanation (http://personal.utulsa.edu/~nathan-buchanan/93fsm/suspensionandaxle/18frontdri.pdf) to the 4th gen 4Runners?

Thanks
Mark

[bulldog]

The 4th Gen is different from the instruction given. It is actually pretty similar to the 3rd Gen. I think on 4x4wire there is a good explanation on how to do it, sorry no linky.

If I have time tommorw I will try to scan the 4th Gen's instructions from the Factory manual.


Is there a reason why you are looking at it? WHen my CV boot leaked I had it fixed b the dealer under warranty, no issues regarding the lift(s) I had on. It is however good to know how to repalce the axle. I plan to get a spare to start taking with in the future, no one to my knowledge has grenaded a 4th Gen CV axle yet but is probably only a matter of time. AT least if it is there and ready, odds are against breaking one.

[expat]

Is there a reason why you are looking at it? WHen my CV boot leaked I had it fixed b the dealer under warranty, no issues regarding the lift(s) I had on. It is however good to know how to repalce the axle. I plan to get a spare to start taking with in the future, no one to my knowledge has grenaded a 4th Gen CV axle yet but is probably only a matter of time. AT least if it is there and ready, odds are against breaking one.

I want to know how to do it and also have the parts to do the replacement on the trail if things go bad.

[expat]

[QUOTE=bulldog]I think on 4x4wire there is a good explanation on how to do it, sorry no linky.[QUOTE]

I guess this would be the link you are referring too. Thanks Andries.

4x4Wire CV Axle replacement guide (http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/maintenance/cv_axle/)

[bulldog]

I want to know how to do it and also have the parts to do the replacement on the trail if things go bad.
Ok, I'll try to see if I can scan the instructions tomorrow. If I don't get around to it it will only happen in a couple of weeks.

AT some point I will probably do a dry run at home and get a spare complete axle to carry. I want to see the axle nut size and other tools required. Keep in mind you will need loctitie as well, as you have to disconnect the lower a-arm bolts fromt he balljoint assembly. They require loctite when you put it back, also those bolts and the axle bolt requires some unruly TQ spec.

[bulldog]

[QUOTE=bulldog]I think on 4x4wire there is a good explanation on how to do it, sorry no linky.[QUOTE]

I guess this would be the link you are referring too. Thanks Andries.

4x4Wire CV Axle replacement guide (http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/maintenance/cv_axle/)
Yes that is the one I was refering too. Only difference is the manual hub section, where we have an end cap and a bolt with nut and castle washer adn cotter pin. Need to check again.

But the principal is very similar.

[AlexJet]

... WHen my CV boot leaked I had it fixed b the dealer under warranty, no issues regarding the lift(s) I had on....

What lift did you have at that point Daystar or OME?

[bulldog]

What lift did you have at that point Daystar or OME?
OME, so it was quite obvious with the yellow shock. I doubt the boot leaking had anything to do with the lift, but rather my constant fiddling with the front end.

[expat]

See I told you if you kept fiddling you'd start leaking Andries :rotflmao:

[bulldog]

See I told you if you kept fiddling you'd start leaking Andries :rotflmao:
Well at least fiddling is fun :moon:

[bulldog]

OK attached is the FSM instructions for the CV axle removal and replacement.

I skipped the steps on how to dissasemble the axle as it is something you probably dont want to deal with on the trail, and a big huge mess with CV grease.

You might want to print it out and write added tips, probably what I will do.

Tools and spares required
- Full CV axle assembly
- Blue locktite
- Cotter pins for Tie rod and CV axle end bolt cap
- Tie rod puller
- pry bar or big ass screw driver for axle removal and insert
- big ass breaker bar, 200 lb/ft on CV axle nut and 160+ on lower balljoint bolts
- ??? MM socket for the CV axle somebody will have to check this, I think it is 24MM but dunno
- grease for axle tip and clip
- extra gear oil if it leaks, 10mm allen key to open diff filler cap

Tips
- When loosening and tightening the CV axle nut, you probably want someone to stand on the brake pedal, otherwise it will be tricky to loosen the nut.
- When reassembling CV axle into diff put grease on inner axle splines and clip (4x4wire tip)
- position clip so that open end points to the top (4x4wire tip)
- put blue locktite on bolts by lower ball joint when putting back, they tend to come loose (TTORA, 4x4wire, etc)
- tighten balljoint bolts and CV axle nut with breaker bar, se TQ spec. Unless you have a TQ wrench on the trail that can handle those specs (160+ and 200+). With the locktite and axle cap you should be OK to get home. AT home you can TQ top spec, remember to remove balljoint bolts and reapply locktite.

Hope this helps.

Best is to try not the break it in the first place :moon:
But at least if you have everythign and is prepared chances are far less of actually breaking it.
A spare tierod, rear side driveshaft and rear propshaft are also good ideas for the spares bag.

Most of this will only be needed when doing real tough stuff or driving like a yahoo. No one has broken an axle or tie rod on the 4th Gen yet that I know off. Lance has been the only one to mess up his rear propshaft.

[expat]

Great :bigok: Thanks Andries.