Where is the CV bearing housing on a Camry?
The Camry inner CV axle is recessed into the differential allowing no room to position a pry bar to “pop” the axle out. However, the inner CV bearing housing has three prongs or “ears” that provide a place where a pry tool can push.
Can a CV axle be replaced on a Toyota Camry?
Here’s a video on the passenger side cv axle replacement performed on a Toyota Camry. This is a longer axle where the axle is “split” in the center by a support bearing. Here’s a video of a axle shaft removal and seal replacement on a Toyota Highlander.
Where can I find the size of a ball bearing?
Look at the back of the bearing for the size that is stamped into the edge of the bearing. If you are only replacing the bearings, you will want the same size that is stamped into the back of the bearing. It may be std., .010, .020, or .030.
How much does it cost to replace a seal on a Camry?
The cost of a new seal usually runs less than $10. The outer part of the axle shaft can be separated from the steering knuckle by disconnecting the lower ball joint from the lower control arm. On the Camry and some other models, it requires less time and effort to detach the suspension strut from the steering knuckle.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjrzpX7Zdx0
What is the ring at the end of the CV axle called?
Answer: It’s commonly referred to as a retaining ring; not a snap ring. The ring at the end of the inner CV axle joint, is compressed by applying pressure on the joint shaft when the shaft is being pushed into the transmission.
How to replace CV axle and output shaft seal?
With an extra pair of hands, align the axle (including the outer CV bearing cup) positioned straight towards the transmission.
What should I do if my CV shaft is not working?
If that does not work, a few sharp hammer blows on the pry bar should provide enough shock force to compress the ring and get the bearing cup moving. Toyota CV snap rings tend to be stronger than snap rings found in other cars (i.e., Honda, Nissan, etc.—Subaru uses compression pins to hold their inner CV axles, but that’s another story).