Toyota 43420-08010 Shaft Assembly, Front Drive, Left

The torque is then transmitted into wheels through two axle shafts, with the inner ends being counsel to the transaxle and extended side gears of the differential and the outer ends being splined to the axle hubs, although a large nut is used to lock them. The left side axle shaft is shorter while that of the right side is longer and is provided with an intermediate shaft on the bearing. On the inner ends of the axle shafts, there are sliding CV joints allowing for angular and axial movements; there can be a tripod bearing with the joint tulip or a ball and cage type of joint that slides as the axle shaft moves with the wheel. The mating parts of these joints are separable for cleaning if, for example, a whole boot has failed, while the damaged part must be replaced as a single entity. The ball bearings between the inner and outer races are of such nature that the angular movement only is possible at the outer joints. It is also important to inspect the boots for tears and leaks often since if the boots are worn out, or there is leakage of the lubricant, ripped boots may severely harm the animals' joints. Ordinarily, boot replacement entails axle shaft extraction, although there is the so-called split type of boots that can be fitted fairly easily. But, dismantling the axle shaft and washing the CV joint is advised to get rid of particles which worsens the wear. Signs of worn or damaged CV joints include the leakage of lubricants, noises especially when the car is turning, clamping sound when accelerating after coasting, and vibrations at high speeds excluding when accelerating. To check for wear, take each axle at a time and while holding the joint of the CV by hands, rotate the axle and feel for such play on the splines or joint as if loose or worn, visually inspect the axle shaft for cracks, dents or any deformities.

Disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery and set the parking brake.

The power from the transaxle is transmitted to the wheels through a pair of driveaxles.

Before removing a drive axle, you should disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery and set the parking brake.