OEM 2008 Toyota Yaris Axle Shaft

2008 Toyota Yaris Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to remove the axle shaft on 2008 Toyota Yaris?

  A: It is essential to start front drive shaft replacement by separating the negative battery cable then draining automatic transaxle fluid or transaxle oil according to specifications. Special Service Tool: 09930-00010 together with a hammer will allow you to remove the front wheel and the front axle hub nut. Insert the tool properly to avoid damaging drive shaft threads while releasing the staked part. You must detach the front speed sensor by disconnecting its bolt and flexible hose and separating it from the steering knuckle with careful cleaning of the sensor tip and correct maintenance of original installation angle. Also employ Special Service Tool: 09628-62011 during this step to separate the tie rod end sub-assembly while safeguarding the dust cover from any potential damage. The front stabilizer link assembly needs separation from the shock absorber by unscrewing the nut which might require a socket hexagon wrench. You should use Special Service Tool: 09628-00011 to divide the front lower suspension arm through its clip and castle nut while avoiding damage to the dust cover. Push the front axle out while holding the outboard joint boot and speed sensor rotor safe using a plastic hammer or brass bar on the drive shaft end when needed to detach the front axle assembly. First unfasten the two bolts securing the automatic transmission case protector before unscrewing the front drive shaft assembly LH with Special Service Tools 09520-01010, 09520-24010, and 09520-32040 while protecting the oil seal and inboard joint boot. A combination of screwdriver and hammer should be used to remove the RH front drive shaft assembly while maintaining protection of both oil seal and inboard joint boot. A hub bearing could suffer damage when the vehicle rests on its full weight without using Special Service Tools 09608-02021, 09608-16042, and 09608-02041.