Replacing the pump yourself on a Toyota Camry

One of the popular, but far from simple types of suspension repairs is replacing silent blocks on a Toyota Camry . This procedure can easily be performed by car owners themselves, and does not require special or complex equipment. But you need to take into account that in some cases, installing a new silent block may require a powerful press with a pressure of up to 10 tons.

Replacing silent blocks on Camry

What you need to know about silent blocks

The automaker does not provide the possibility of installing silent blocks - if they fail, theoretically, the assembled levers should be replaced. But still , replacing silent blocks on Camrys in 50 , 40 and 30 bodies is possible - the market offers a large selection of non-original parts, many of which are not inferior in quality to factory elements. The lever bushings need to be changed if the following symptoms are detected:

• the appearance of wheel play;
• violation of camber/toe;
• the occurrence of knocking in the suspension when driving over small irregularities.

Important!
Damaged silent blocks negatively affect the controllability of the car, which can lead to an accident. Also, car owners should know that replacing silent blocks on Toyota Camry v40 , v30 and v50 should be carried out with subsequent adjustment of the wheel camber/toe.

Analogs of front shock absorbers for Toyota Corolla E150

Among the entire range of shock absorbers for replacement, Kayaba spare parts are the most popular. The next most polar due to the price category are shock absorbers from SACHS. The numbers of the most popular companies are given below.

Shock absorber Toyota 4852080201

Shock absorber KYB 339701

Which replacement parts to choose?

There are many arguments both in favor of polyurethane silent blocks and in defense of rubber ones. But if you approach the issue with complete objectivity, then the choice definitely falls towards polyurethane products. There are many reasons for this:

• the material is more durable;
• silent blocks made of polyurethane are more rigid, which ensures the suspension is collected;
• polyurethane is not susceptible to the negative effects of road reagents and other chemicals.

The only drawback due to which the replacement of silent blocks on Camry 30 and other bodies is carried out using rubber - polyurethane begins to creak over time. But this problem can be solved by periodically lubricating the seats with a regular oil can.

Rear shock absorbers for Toyota Corolla E150

The rear shock absorber struts for the Corolla E150, as well as for the E120, are not divided into left/right. Technically, the shock absorbers for the rear axle are represented by a single original article. The structural dimensions of which are indicated in the table below.

How to remove front and rear control arms

It should be taken into account that replacing silent blocks on Camry 40 , 50 and 30 bodies is possible only with the levers removed. To dismantle them you will need an inspection hole. As a last resort, you can jack up the car, place it on stands and remove the wheels.

How to remove front and rear arms when replacing silent blocks on a Camry

To remove the front control arms, perform the following steps:

1. Unscrew the nuts securing the right and left airbags. Unscrew three nuts from the beams and one from the motor.
2. Then unscrew the 2 nuts holding the front lower cushion.
3. The top motor mount installed on the left side must be unscrewed.
4. Using a jack, the engine and gearbox are raised.
5. The bolts installed on the sides of the cushions are completely unscrewed, then they are removed.
6. The bolts securing the “candies”—the longitudinal silent blocks of the front arm—are unscrewed.
7. Then unscrew 2 nuts and 1 bolt securing the ball joint to the lever.
8. From under the car, using a pipe wrench (for reinforcement), the bolt securing the second silent block - the “tablet” - is torn off.
9. After unscrewing the bolt, nothing holds the levers in place and they can be removed.

When the front silent blocks are replaced on a Toyota Camry , the levers are installed in the reverse order.
Removing the rear arms is much easier - just unscrew the mounting bolts.

When it needs to be changed

Fuel filters are spare parts that become unusable as the vehicle is used. They need to be replaced. Manufacturers claim that this should be done every 25 thousand kilometers or once every 2 years. But such indicators are averaged and are calculated on the fact that the conditions for using the machine are gentle, the fuel supplied is of high quality, and there are no excessive loads. But in fact, this procedure must be carried out more often to prevent unwanted breakdowns.

It’s easy to find out when you need to replace the fuel and oil filters on a Toyota Land Cruiser 200. To achieve this, there is a sensor built into the dashboard that automatically lights up when the pollution level is too high.

Preparing to replace silent blocks

It is very important to remember the installation locations before removing old elements - if new ones are installed incorrectly, their service life will be significantly reduced.
It is necessary to mark installation locations for all groups of parts. Important point!
Silent blocks are replaced only in pairs! It is not permissible to replace parts on only one of the levers. After removing the levers, you can begin to remove the old silent blocks. Relatively intact “candies” are usually difficult to knock out, while heavily worn ones can be easily squeezed out with a finger with little effort. To simplify the dismantling process, it is recommended to spray them with WD and wait a few minutes until the composition is absorbed. Then a couple of strong and precise blows with a hammer - and the “sweets” literally fly out of the nest.

Preparing to replace silent blocks on a Camry

With “tablets” you usually have to seriously suffer - often an ordinary vice is not enough to squeeze them out of their seat. As an alternative, you can thoroughly heat part of the lever with a gas or gasoline burner, and then knock out the burnt silent blocks. Otherwise, you will have to look for a multi-ton press to squeeze them out.

Preparing to replace silent blocks on a Camry

After removing the bushings and thoroughly cleaning the seats, all that remains is to replace the silent blocks of the front levers on Camry 40 , 50 or 30 and their subsequent installation in place. There are usually no difficulties with the bushings of the rear levers: just cut off the rubber collar with a sharp knife, secure the lever in a vice and knock out the bushing along with the holder. To facilitate dismantling, you can also thoroughly warm up the seats.

Device installation

When installing hinges, it is recommended to use fluids that reduce the friction force between the mating parts. When servicing the rear suspension, it is not recommended to change the silent blocks in the transverse link and the rod to adjust the wheel alignment angle. If damaged hinges are found, new booms should be installed with the hinges installed at the factory.

Front blocks

To remove parts you must:

1. 
   Mark the position of the horizontal hinges relative to the mounting sockets using a chisel. If parts are positioned incorrectly, the service life of the rubber bridges is reduced.

2. Knock out the worn horizontal silent blocks with a hammer, and then insert new parts into the mounting windows. To reduce the friction force, treat the mounting hole with silicone grease.
3. Remove the vertical hinge using a press that develops a force of 10 tons (it is impossible to knock out the elements manually).
4. Clean the landing window with sandpaper and apply a layer of lubricant.
5. Install the hinges into the holes and press them using hydraulic equipment or manually. It is not recommended to use resistance welding to connect parts. Because heating damages the rubber element and at the same time reduces the mechanical strength of the steel elements. If the hole in the lever is holed, then it is necessary to purchase a new element (original or manufactured by an alternative supplier).
6. Install the suspension elements on the subframe, and then secure the power unit supports. Cover the holes in the subframe with plastic covers to prevent wet dirt from entering the internal cavities of the load-bearing structure.
7. Check the wheel alignment angles on an electronic stand, since the settings are violated due to different rigidity of the hinges.

Rear silent blocks

The rear suspension design of the Camry XV40 has hinges located in the wheel axle and rods. Worn parts are knocked out of the seat with a mandrel or squeezed out with a screw puller. Reinstallation is carried out with a hammer; during installation, the outer steel ring of the hinge must not be skewed relative to the landing channel in the trunnion.

To install floating silent blocks (without a metal frame), a steel mandrel of a conical configuration is used.

The device allows you to compress the hinge and press the element into the hole of the transverse rod. Without using a mandrel, the rubber ring of the silent block is damaged or ruptured. It is prohibited to trim the rubber bushings before installation, since the fit of the elements in the mounting socket will be disrupted. If the owner of a Toyota Camry does not have the equipment to install silent blocks, it is recommended to contact a service center.

Installation procedure for front silent blocks

Replacing the silent blocks of the front levers on a Toyota Camry is performed as follows.

1. The seats are thoroughly cleaned of rubber residues. If the replacement is being carried out for the first time, then these remnants will be more than enough.
2. The inside of the lever is covered with one layer of primer paint. This is necessary to protect the metal from corrosion.
3. Then the clips are lubricated with Litol, or better yet, with a special lubricant for installing silent blocks. It not only makes it easier to press in the bushings, but also helps to avoid squeaking in the future, especially if polyurethane products are used for replacement.
4. The "pills" usually go in fairly easily. Therefore, in order to avoid their displacement, it is recommended to grab the clips on both sides by spot welding.
5. When installing the “candies” you will have to work hard - even with the use of special lubricant they fit quite tightly. To install them, you need to securely fix the lever in a vice, substitute the “candies,” and gradually drive them into the holder with strong, precise blows of a rubber hammer. In this case, their limiting collar must be installed in the front part of the lever.

At this point, the replacement of the front silent blocks on the Camry 40 or other bodies is completed, and you can begin installing them in place.

The procedure for installing front silent blocks on a Camry
is important to know! Most non-original “tablets” are produced 2 mm shorter than the standard ones. Therefore, when installing the lever in place, you need to place 2 washers 1 mm thick on both sides of the silent block.

Rear shock absorbers for Toyota Corolla E120

Unlike the front ones, the rear pillars are not divided into left-hand and right-hand. The original article number of the spare part differs depending on the body type and type of assembly of the car. Data on sizes and catalog numbers are given in the table.