2018-23 Toyota Camry CV axle replacement (clicking when turning)

Step by step instructions on how to remove and replace a cv drive axle shaft on a Toyota Camry, Corolla, Prius, Avalon, Sienna, Matrix, Venza, etc, shown here on a 2019 Toyota Camry with detailed well lit video and clear audio walkthrough of the process with bolt sizes and torque specs provided.
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[@christopherwaits7852]

I’d save that old axle and just replace the outer joint. Toyota sells them separately. Would have the new threads

[@joyofwrenching]

Good option too! These days the whole part is often cheaper than the partial replacement when labor is factored in, but thanks for reminding us there are other ways!

[@Elpipiton]

Thank you. My sister got crashed, insurance soesnt wanna pay because shes an uber driver.

[@joyofwrenching]

hope she is able to get fixed up with your help

[@jlenz210]

You notice how the new axle doesnt have the bearing in the middle? Any difference in rife comfort or road harmonics on the new model?

[@joyofwrenching]

no noticeable difference.

[@rayRay-pw6gz]

I noticed that also. Seems odd to me . The replacement part should be the same. Not having that support in the middle of the assembly is important .

[@magiccity954]

@@rayRay-pw6gz That is not important and not required on the aftermarket versions. That counter weight bearing is only on the OEM version.

[@kh600891]

Does the camry hybrid have same axle or its different shape for hybrids ?

[@joyofwrenching]

Sorry they are different, but similar process

[@kh600891]

@@joyofwrenching I have 2021 Avalon XLE Hybrid 2.5L engine E-CVT. Driver side Axle is worn out at 103k miles clicking noise, I tried to look for Videos of Camry Hybrids being worked on CV Axle replacement since Camry Hybrid has same Engine.

[@dtownboyyomama6056]

Is it the same process for the right front side passenger?

[@joyofwrenching]

yeah, they are the same, sometimes the pass side axle has a carrier bearing in the middle that needs to be unbolted, but same process otherwise.

[@yossymusic]

How much its this job normally on the camry?

[@joyofwrenching]

I suspect the cost of this job would be whatever the cv axle costs plus a few hundred bucks

[@brians7es]

What brand is the axle that was installed?

[@joyofwrenching]

This might have been from RockAuto, so GSP?