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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA1997TERCEL 4D SEDAN, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)DRIVELINES & AXLESAXLE SHAFTSREMOVAL, DISASSEMBLY, REASSEMBLY & INSTALLATIONCELICAREASSEMBLY
1997 Toyota Tercel 4D Sedan, Automatic
Removal, Disassembly, Reassembly & Installation: CELICA: Reassembly
1997 Toyota Tercel 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION Reassembly
- To reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure. Right axle shaft dust cover must be located 3.39-3.43" (86.0-87.0 mm) from end of shaft (splined end).
- Clearance between center drive shaft dust cover and bearing should be .04" (1.0 mm). See Figure. Locate damper on right axle shaft. See Figure. Distance should be 7.68-8.07" (195.0-205.0 mm).
- On all models, ensure boots are not collapsed or stretched. Set axle shaft to standard length. See AXLE SHAFT LENGTH SPECIFICATIONS table. Pack inboard joint tulip and boot with Yellow grease supplied with boot kit. Pack outboard joint and boot with Black grease supplied with kit. See BOOT GREASE CAPACITY for amounts. Install and tighten boot clamps.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.