CV Replacement - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

ncirish49 · 06-01-2011, 11:22 AM

Was wondering how difficult a task it is and what to look out for when replacing my CV Joints on my 1995 Corolla?

Any assistance or wisdom would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Irish

speedy25 · 06-01-2011, 01:15 PM

Replacing a joint is a pain. Replacing an axle is semi hard.

-SP

94_Rolla_Guy · 06-02-2011, 12:29 AM

you need a 30mm deep socket and a good breaker bar, then unbolt the lower ball joint remove the wheel side then tap the inner out with a extension or some round bar and a hammer. manual says replace C-Clips ive done it without IDK...

Oh drain the transmission or if its a 3 speed the diff. And crack the fill plug loose before draining just so its not stuck!

ncirish49 · 06-02-2011, 09:16 AM

Ok, well guess i will start slow and when i have plenty of time and don't need to drive anywhere. LOL Sounds like I may want to get another to do this too. I'll keep ya posted.

ToyRolla97 · 06-02-2011, 07:30 PM

I agree with these guys, It was a PITA when I replaced them on my AE92 a few years back. Just take your time and you will be fine. It's not complicated so much, just a pain. lol

bigd480 · 06-04-2011, 01:33 PM

Sorry to threadjack but I was just going to ask what the best source for a new CV is? Napa has limited lifetime warranty, and offers new units (called Carquest and theirs was reman). It was $74 for left front non-abs. Anyone recommend a particular retailer? I'm not spending $300+ for an OEM one.

speedy25 · 06-05-2011, 09:58 AM

The one with the NAPA sticker is doing well on my car but the clamp on the inner boot came loose somehow. I have an Advance unit on the other side.

SO far even the discount retailers havent screwed up axles like they have other engine parts.

-SP

bigd480 · 06-09-2011, 10:24 AM

I found out that the Napa Maxdrive, which is relatively highly regarded, is rebranded Cardone Select, which you can find cheaper at Rock Auto and Amazon. I ordered mine from Amazon for $55 (free shipping) compared to $74 at NAPA. That's new, not reman.

While we're on the subject, I plan to replace my wheel bearing/hub/seals while the driver's side CV is removed, and am wondering if there's anything else it makes sense to replace from a labor overlap perspective (ball joint/tension rod/LCA bushings)? My car has 150k miles of mostly highway driving.

speedy25 · 06-09-2011, 03:58 PM

You will just have to see when you take stuff apart. Some parts wear out from age alone and others from mileage.

-SP