OEM 2008 Scion tC Axle Shaft

2008 Scion tC Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to remove the axle shaft assembly on 2008 Scion tC?

  A: Your first step for front drive shaft assembly removal requires you to drain automatic transaxle fluid along with manual transaxle oil. Start by removing the front wheel as well as the engine under cover followed by removing the front axle hub nut through the use of Special Service Tool: 09930-00010 while gently striking the nut with a hammer until the nut unstakes completely. The front stabilizer link assembly requires removal of its nut while you use a 6 mm hexagon wrench to support the stud when the ball joint turns. You can safely dismantle the front speed sensor by removing its wire along with flexible hose from the shock absorber before disconnecting it from the steering knuckle. The maintenance requires the use of Special Service Tool: 09628-00011 while removing the cotter pin and nut before disconnecting the tie rod end sub-assembly. You can separate the front suspension lower arm from its lower ball joint through the removal of both the bolt and two nuts. Start by marking both the drive shaft and axle hub before using a plastic-faced hammer to disconnect the drive shaft from the hub while taking precautions for speed sensor rotor and boot protection. Use Special Service Tools 09520-01010 and 09520-24010 and 09520-32040 to remove the front drive shaft assembly by preserving the inboard joint boot and transaxle case oil seal and drive shaft dust cover and drive assembly. Each right-side bolt should be removed before you can pull out the drive shaft along with its bearing case. The removal process requires extra care to avoid damaging the inboard joint boot or dust cover. Vehicle weight on the hub bearing requires the use of Special Service Tool: 09608-16042, 09608-02021, or 09608-02041 and proper support to prevent any damage.