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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 303 (AXLE SHAFTS - FRONT)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONREASSEMBLY
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Removal & Installation: Reassembly

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Reassembly
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  1. On FWD models equipped with 2ZZ-GE engine, install new axle shaft bearing in bearing case. Install new axle shaft bearing snap ring. See Figure. Install axle shaft bearing case to inboard joint. Install new inner axle shaft snap ring on right axle.
  2. On AWD models, install new bearing bracket hole snap ring. Install new axle shaft bearing and new hole snap ring. See Figure. Install new axle dust cover on left axle. See Fig 1.
  3. On models equipped with 1ZZ-FE engine, install new axle dust cover on left axle. See Fig 2. On FWD models equipped with 2ZZ-GE engine, install new axle dust cover on right axle. Dust cover should be located as shown. See Fig 3. Install new left axle shaft dust cover. Dust cover should be set at distance 3.386-3.426 in. (86.0-87.0 mm). See Fig 4.
  4. On FWD models equipped with 1ZZ-FE engine, install new axle shaft dust cover on right axle. See Fig 2. On all models, install new left axle shaft hole snap ring. On AWD models and FWD models equipped with 2ZZ-GE engine, wrap spline of outboard joint shaft with vinyl tape and place outboard joint boot clamps and boot on axle.
  5. Pack outboard joint shaft and boot with specified grease from overhaul kit. See BOOT GREASE SPECIFICATIONS . Install outboard joint boots and clamps.
  6. On FWD models, install axle shaft damper on right axle shaft. On models equipped with 1ZZ-FE engine, set damper at specified distance of 17.24-17.40 in. (438-442 mm). On models equipped with 2ZZ-GE engine, set damper at specified distance of 7.79-7.95 in. (198.0-202.0 mm). See Fig 5.
  7. Set axle shaft in soft jaw vise and secure damper clamp on damper. Using clamping tool, tighten clamp so that it pinches. Measure clearance of clamp. For models equipped with 1ZZ-FE engine, clearance should be less than .059 in. (1.5 mm). For models equipped with 2ZZ-GE engine, clearance should be less than .032 in. (.8 mm). See Fig 6.
  8. On all models, install inboard joint clamps, boot and snap ring. Prior to installation, wrap spline axle shaft spline with vinyl tape to protect boots from damage. On FWD models equipped with 1ZZ-FE engine, install new inner axle shaft snap ring.
  9. On all models, align reference marks on tripod and outboard joint. Using brass bar and hammer, install tripod. DO NOT tap roller. See Figure-Figure . Install inner shaft snap ring.
  10. Pack inboard joint shaft and boot with grease from overhaul kit. See BOOT GREASE SPECIFICATIONS . Align reference marks on inboard and outboard joints. Install inboard joint boot to inboard joint and outboard joint assembly. See Figure. Install inboard joint boot clamps.
  11. Inspect axle shaft. See INSPECTION . Also, ensure that both boots are on shaft groove and boots are not stretched or contracted with axle shafts are at standard length. See AXLE SHAFT LENGTH SPECIFICATIONS .
Fig 1: Installing New Axle Shaft Bearing (1ZZ-FE with AWD)
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