rear axle beam replace, sedan 4 dr 5 spd, USA

[Billiam]

Removing the rear bearings aren't easy if they have never been off. However, there are some tricks that allow for removal without much drama.

Back in the spring of last year I was unable to locate a new one. In fact, my local dealer said there was a national back order and a wait that could be measured in months. That situation may have changed.

As for a used axle? I hope your mechanic is very careful. The first 4 that I found were in just as bad a shape as mine. Thankfully a local salvage yard was able to locate a Scion xD axle.

The Yaris, Prius C and Scion xD use the same axle if that helps the search.

[Calrenman]

Thank you for putting that info out!

Originally Posted by Billiam

Removing the rear bearings aren't easy if they have never been off. However, there are some tricks that allow for removal without much drama.

Back in the spring of last year I was unable to locate a new one. In fact, my local dealer said there was a national back order and a wait that could be measured in months. That situation may have changed.

As for a used axle? I hope your mechanic is very careful. The first 4 that I found were in just as bad a shape as mine. Thankfully a local salvage yard was able to locate a Scion xD axle.

The Yaris, Prius C and Scion xD use the same axle if that helps the search.