How to Replace Front CV Axle Seals 07-14 Toyota FJ Cruiser

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In the video, 1A Auto shows how to remove and replace a broken, rusted, or leaking CV axle seal. The video is applicable to the 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, Toyota FJ Cruiser.
🔧 List of tools used:
• Flat Blade Screwdriver 1aau.to/ozZ/1AXAA00013
• Pocket Screwdriver
• Pry Bar 1aau.to/oca/1AXAA00020
• 24mm Wrench
• 12mm Socket 1aau.to/ouY/1AXAA00015
• 17mm Socket 1aau.to/ouY/1AXAA00015
• 18mm Socket 1aau.to/ofP/1AXAA00043
• 19mm Socket 1aau.to/ofP/1AXAA00043
• 21mm Socket 1aau.to/ofP/1AXAA00043
• 36mm Socket 1aau.to/ok/1AAST00006
• Brake Caliper Hanger 1aau.to/om/1AXAA00084
• Side Cutters
• 1/2 Inch Breaker Bar 1aau.to/ode/1AXAA00078
• Ratchet 1aau.to/oz6/1AXAA00016
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/ouY/1AXAA00015
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/ohI/1AXAA00044
• RTV
• Silicone Paste
• Floor Jack 1aau.to/ogx/1AXAA00068
• Hammer 1aau.to/odN/1AXAA00091
• Jack Stands 1aau.to/ogA/1AXAA00065
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[@explore_moor]

These are the best maintenance videos on the web. Well done. This would have to be the most mechanically sound FJ on the planet with all the maintenance!

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[@Tarkanbh]

Great job, one of, if not the best, maintenance video in any category - nice, fluid narration with all the spec and tips. Thank you!

[@panzerfaust5046]

That ball peen hammer seal tapping trick saved me on an 02 grand prix. Thanks for that

[@Winslow273]

You can loosen/tighten the axle nut once the rotors and calipers are on by blocking the rotor through the vents with a screwdriver....

[@briantredway8703]

This site is amazing! Great tips and always very happy with the parts I buy from them... Thanks for putting this together!!!

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[@derakbell8143]

That is not how you install an axle seal my guy. Jesus

[@CHESTURCH]

Thanks for the video. I might take the skid plate off before I take the seal out tho lol. These videos are one of the many reasons we shop on 1a. I haven't had one problem yet and we have gotten alot of parts there from lower control arms to rear springs. Great parts supplier!

[@xyzabc3659]

You don’t seem to carry these seals - How come? Great videos by the way, but I wish you carried the actual part

[@vexbomer]

Excellent video the only thing I recommend is to just undo the two lower bolts on the lower ball joint and the steering tie rod

[@1AAuto]

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[@vexbomer]

@@1AAuto definitely the best video on the subject on CZcams

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+stites outdoors Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

[@markzapf7633]

Such helpful videos. thank you!!!

[@olenaerhardt7725]

This is the only film on youtube on how to install the seal in the knuckle! Thank you also for the advise w/silicon pasta, but I can't understand how it can keep the spring rings fm falling out, it is just pasta. I forgot to put it on before the installation of the seal. Should I put it on still? Does it prevent from moisture? Thank you for a great film.

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[@LDeezy662]

The next person that try's to take that dust cap off is going to curse you big time

[@markziegler580]

Was this FJ one purchased just for demonstration purposes? I see it used in a lot of FJ Videos..

[@joseplaza5246]

What is the diameter area your tapping on those seals? Isn't there a seal driver for this?

[@christinestevens4283]

Is it necessary to replace the seal if only the spring in it has come loose? I went to install my cv axle and saw the seal spring hanging loose.

[@JohnSmith-sh1zg]

Wow the corrosion on that FJ. Has to be a rig that spent its life in the East.

[@jimborambo958]

PVC pipe coupling works great to push that differential oil seal and the spindle seals. I forgot the sizes

[@alexscliris]

where can i buy just the seal? like you show in the video cant find it anywhere in your website

[@1AAuto]

+Alexander S We do not currently carry these parts on our website.

[@FrankRey2365]

Nice Video, could you let me know the part# of the seals, Thank you

[@1AAuto]

+Francisco Reyes We currently do not carry the axle seals. Try searching www.partsgeek.com or eBay Motors. Thanks for checking us out!

[@Azntrutek2012]

This guy used punch on every rubber seal he came across lol. How about run to home depot and pick up a few 2 feet long, 2” & 3” OD pvc pipe and keep them in your toolbox. This is why i do all maintenance and repair on my own vehicles.

[@georgeparra6745]

Where can I can the seal that is located behind the knuckle that you are installing at the 17:00 minute mark

[@1AAuto]

+George Parra You can pick one up at any local auto parts store.

[@serchsource8744]

Are those fluids, transmission or gear oil?!

[@amelsogorovic3075]

Gear oil from the front differential. Just refill it with a synthetic 75W-90.

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[@bunsguns8222]

Jesus, I'm not one to leave negative comments much but find a less blunt object to take that cap off and if you need to put a bar on the studs put lug nuts on first so you don't ruin the threads. Axle nut is 35mm on stock axle.

[@RaJahDathurr]

That cotter pin looks like it came from a tuna can

[@vexbomer]

Putting the vehicle in 4 Low also would help you torque the main CV axle nut

[@chitownbangin]

Curious about this. How would that help?

[@gregoriodecker2692]

Can't you just swing the knuckle away instead of taking it completely off?

[@joeblow9850]

This is most definitely NOT the correct way to do this job on the slightest, nor does he even know the part #’s of what he’s puting back in to answer the replies to his videos when their in his frigging hand!! Unbelievable!! Do not do it this way or you’ll be sorry. So many other clear videos on here of how to do this the correct NON INBRED way. Unbelievable. Smh 🤦

[@hardkore360]

100% agree, I was able to use a large socket that fit over the seal and I was able to tap it in that way (after adding a little bit of oil to lube it up), being a repair shop he should have access to multiple sized sockets that would have worked

[@TheCaperfish]

all them new parts and never put a new OEM $ 20 backing plate on (dust shield) , come on now , old one is almost tin foil

[@punk303]

Has this guy not ever heard drivers? They aren't that expensive, and watching him trying to set the seals with a punch makes me cringe.

[@thestunbrothers]

Are your parents cousins?

[@joeblow9850]

🤣

[@Cryous]

This is an awful video with poor instructions. That’s not how you should install the steering knuckle seal or the diff seal and he does a ton of steps out of order. There are other videos showing a far easier install and removal process than this one. Please go watch those.