Replacing the U Joint on the Steering Intermediate Shaft 2005-2015 Tacoma

In this video I will be replacing the u joint in the steering intermediate shaft with “All Balls Racing” U joint pn: 19-1010, this part is intended for use on an atv but fits perfectly in Toyotas intermediate shaft. The u joint on the tacomas, highlanders, 4Runners and other vehicles typically isn’t able to be replaced, so the only alternative is replacing the entire shaft assembly which can be costly.

The u joint that I used costs around $20 and was fairly easy to install.

I am not liable for any problems or issues caused by using this part, I am simply sharing information that I found to be useful. I have not yet tested this part, but will be doing so in the future.

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[kevinandrew]

Thank you so much for the video. Changed mine today, fussy coming apart but went together easy. Sand blasted and repainted the shaft. Letting it dry overnight before reinstalling tomorrow.

[larseivindwelle]

Well done! You gave me inspiration to fix my own axle at my Opel Vivaro. Thanks for making the video. Greetings from Norway 👍👍👍🇺🇸

[barryinkpen]

Great video and I changed mine as well. The only thing I did differently was to use a Zipcut to cut the old u-joint out. That way I only had to push the old bearing caps in. After that it was a piece of cake. Many thanks for this!

[ethanwatters]

Excellent Video! I drive a Dakota and my "aftermarket" shaft u-joint failed in 2 years. I'll be taking some measurements and trying this out.

[ginovitello]

Awesome work around! Would be curious to see if its still holding up.

[pmedina]

Having the same issue on my 03 Ram Cummins. I put in a replacement steering shaft last month and now it's worse than before (cheap pot metal)😭.. so I'm going to try your method with the stock one because the OEM or even a decent replacement shaft is over $400
Thx for the vid😎

[SuperSolomaniac]

Thanks for posting this, been having wandering on the highway. Going to give this a shot.

[ericleblanc]

I have a 2004 4Runner and 2007 FJ Cruiser. I did this swap using a different joint which didn't have c-clips. I am going to put this in, because of the C-Clips, for peace of mind. Thanks

[anonymousmouse]

How is the joint holding up? Thanks for the detailed write up. My 12 Sienna is needing this repair. Did find out that toyota sells the u joint by itself

[johnzuver]

Great video really appreciate it. How is it holding up? I have a 2013 Toyota sienna which appears to have the same issues.

[stevesosnick]

Nice job buddy im going to give it a go, cheers

[luciastan]

Just got a 2010 Taco and the power steering went. The service dept said they found that the U joint was rusted and lubed it up. So is this an issue that I'm going to have to deal with for as long as I have her? I'll be moving back to Cali next summer so one more season in No. Wisc. until then. Super low miles I think (79k+) so I'd like to keep her for a while.

[htfdlouissirois]

Cool I was wondering if there was a replacement u-joints to replace that steering u-joint. I didn't feel like spending the money on the whole shift so if I can't find a u-joint for my Ford F-150 at the parts store I'll find a quad dealer or even Butler Lawn Equipment might sell you joints for the steering on the zero turn or the riding lawn mowers thanks appreciate the idea. 👍