3rd Gen 4Runner CV Axle Replacement: How To Do It Yourself

In this video, we're going to show you how to replace the CV (drive) axle on a 3rd gen 4Runner. This is a very common repair, and it's easy to do yourself.
If you're looking to replace your CV axle on your 3rd gen 4Runner, then this video is for you! We'll show you step by step how to do the repair, and we'll provide some helpful tips along the way. This repair is simple, and it will save you time and money. Thanks for watching!
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[@TheSaturnV]

For anyone researching this task, I highly recommend just re-booting your original axles. I drove mine a dozen times or so after the boots split, but there was still grease inside and when I got the axles out and clean they looked absolutely brand new. Toyota sells complete kits with everything you need. Re-booting is the easy part compared to all the work to get the axles out. Just messy, that's it. OEM's are far superior to anything you'll find at your local parts counters. My OEM axles had 170k miles and looked brand new.

[@tomh894]

It can be difficult to properly seat them and having the right tool to add the retaining clamp on the outside - did you struggle with that at all?

[@efil4kizum]

there has been a 5 months backOrder on OEM full boot kits, at least for the Gen1 tacoma... ordered in early October and arriving NOW in mid March... 500+ nationWide backorder is what the parts dealer told I.. it is totally FKN ridiculous to wait this damn long

[@eljefeslash]

Thanks, Kelly. Appreciate you showing different options for those of us without power tools. Always enjoy these, short and to the point, but enough detail to be able to follow and do it myself. Thanks!

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Thanks for watching.

[@3rdgenbestgen21]

I love how you would also explain the “How To” for the peasants like us 😂who doesn’t have all the tools, lift, etc. Great work!!!

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Thanks, that the point in all my videos. I assume nobody has the use of a shop and doing in the home garage or driveway. Growing up me and my buds spent a lot of time in driveways wrenching, look back those were the good ole days.

[@oceanceaser44]

Great video. Just finished the job, had no real issues. Thanks!

[@batagventures3435]

very informative, thanks a lot! same as other tutorial videos it saves us money for those are a bit mechanically inclined because we aren't certified mechanics, just a bunch of people with enough tools to do the job! rock on Sir!

[@Beacon_Offroad]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@scaley312]

Thanks Kelly, big fan of your videos. Will be using this video to replace mine in the next few weeks

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Awesome, thanks man.

[@bbtvfishingismyhappyplace]

Nice work Kelly! 👏

[@donaldevans7821]

Thank you for the video.

[@kodikodi9948]

this is great stuff. love these videos.

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Thanks 👍

[@michaelcbakker]

Great video! Thanks

[@user-dv7yu2lc4e]

very good tutorial 🙏 thank you

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Thank you.

[@bryanleslie2617]

I have a 98 Toyota 4Runner sr5 I’m gonna attempt to do my own cv replacement soon

[@fernandopozuelos22]

how much do i spend on the two cv axle oem?

[@chrisbartkowicz2759]

helping a friend do this in a week. super clear and informative. THANKS!!!!!

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Awesome, good luck, itll be fine.

[@narcisozambrano3733]

I think this guy sounds like Robert Downey Jr. and now I cant un-hear it. If u close your eyes I swear its Iron Man.

[@budz.47]

.good shit .

[@WestCoastTug]

Thanks for tutorial rebooting mine soon. What r your thoughts on manual locking hubs?

[@cullenwhite4005]

I have a 3inch lift with 35s AND diff drop I would break cv axles every 3-4 months with the oem ones I bought these high angle cvs and they’ve held up great for over 50k miles of daily driving do some research on them many companies sell them I bought mine from oreileys

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Good to know, thanks.

[@nwbauer91]

I snapped by drivers side cv axel so part is still in the diff. It completely sheared off. I can not get it out. I welded a bar on it and made a slife hammer to bang it out, but it will not come out. Is something locked in there?

[@Gabriel-jc2sc]

@@nwbauer91 Just the snap ring or something similar to that. It just needs more force to pull it out of there because that’s the same way it goes in.

[@davidguerra9896]

What’s the name of the brand ?

[@flexapex9801]

Great video quick question are the axles size specific?

[@nwbauer91]

Will I need extended boots if I have a 2.5 inch level kit?

[@bdragonseven]

Cvj axles are a great alternative to OEM. Great prices too.

[@RicoAdv3]

How often have you had to change your cv axles with your current lift and tires? Are you replacing with oem?

[@samd1235]

Love the video. Having an issue with seating the axle. I assume it's the c clip. I was hesitant to beat on it with a mallet, didn't know if it'll mar the end or damage the bearings?

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Keep pulling it out and reinserting it in different positions. Also be sure the c clips isnt damaged or knicked. Needs to be smooth. Its quite strong and would take a lot power to damage it with a rubber mallet. Feel free to hit it pretty good

[@tomh894]

Does anyone know if these parts are shared with all 3rd Gen body/drivetrain combos? I Have a KZN185 and am looking to do this job...

[@arinmirzayan3949]

What tire size you have and what gear you're going to choose for those tires ?

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Currently 285 75 17 Toyo At3's but i plan to take those off for 295 70 17 Toyo Mt's soon. I will put 4.88 gears and plan to run 35s eventually. I want to slighlty tub the front font clearance etc..

[@bedarailmodels]

7013 is the passenger side seal....

[@Mattars]

Man, how the heck did you manage to find OEM remans in stock.

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

What's best way to clean CV joints before adding new grease if replacing boots and don't have a cleaning sink/tub?

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

Fantastic tutorial too!

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Thats a tough one. Solvent tank is obviously the best way..maybe get a bucket and 1 gallon of solvent and make a smaller version to clean the ends.

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

Thank you sir!

[@jakubd.17]

Hey Kelly, see you switched out for different wheels, I was wondering if you are planning on letting go of the KMC's ?

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Sorry, those sold very quickly. I did post them on my Instagram.

[@jakubd.17]

@@Beacon_Offroad Ah darn it ! I thought I followed you on there but i guess not, will do that now. It was worth the shoot tho !

[@Beacon_Offroad]

@@jakubd.17 Sounds good. Remember i can sell you a new set or basically anything you want.

[@jakubd.17]

@@Beacon_Offroad Wait what ! I never knew that !

[@Beacon_Offroad]

@@jakubd.17 what do you mean. We have a full service store. OK Tire Surrey-Fleetwood 604 503 3959

[@keep10fingersoff]

I just subscribed. Thanks for your video's. I have a 99 limited 4x4 with leaking boots. Where did you purchase the Complete assembly? Part # 43430-35030-84 (I did a search and some are saying they are backordered, others are saying discontinued)

[@Beacon_Offroad]

Thank you. Ordered from our local Toyota dealer. They can still get them.