How to Remove a Front Axle From a Toyota Camry

Applies to: TOYOTA CAMRY (2000)

2000 Toyota Camry

Pull Tip: If you don't have power tools, you can use a flathead screwdriver in the slots of the rotor to lock it in place, then remove the 30mm nut using a breaker bar.

Recommended Tools

  • Flathead screwdriver at Pull-A-Part Flathead Screwdriver
  • Flathead screwdriver at Pull-A-Part Large Flathead Screwdriver
  • image of needed socket pull tool at Pull-A-Part 17mm Socket
  • Breaker Bar Breaker Bar
  • Use a ratchet to make your repair with help from Pull-A-Part. Ratchet

Instructions

  • 1

    Remove cotter pin by bending legs back together and remove retainer ring

  • 2

    Remove 30mm socket using ratchet (breaker bar) or power tool

  • 3

    Remove three 17mm fasteners from the bottom (attached to control arm)

  • 4

    Pull down on control arm and pull the spindle forward to clear the ball joint

  • 5

    Grab the spindle and pull it forward to give you access to pry the axle from the transmission and remove it from vehicle

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