Symptoms
Grease flung around the inside of the wheel, split boots, clicking on tight turns.
The fix, step by step
- Loosen the axle nut with the wheel on the ground, then lift the truck.
- Separate the lower ball joint or tie rod so the knuckle can swing, pull the axle out of the hub and pop the inner joint out of the differential.
- Fit the new axle (or rebooted original), torque the axle nut, then stake or pin it.
- Expedition Portal's GX 470 project used factory Toyota axles.
Tools & part numbers
- Axle-nut socket
- breaker bar
- pry bar
- joint separator
- torque wrench
- new axle nut
Where to buy the parts
CV axle shaft assembly, 120 Series/GX470 (FACV60062)CruiserTeq ↗Amazon ↗
Aftermarket CV shaft, Prado 120/150HD Automotive ↗Amazon ↗
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Rated for a competent home mechanic with a decent tool kit. Confirm torque figures, fluids and procedures against the factory service manual for your VIN, support the truck on stands rather than a jack, and work at your own risk (disclaimer). Some parts links are affiliate links, which pay us a small commission at no cost to you.