expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
2.0 TD (CT220_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1997.9–2003.2)
69.33 lbf⋅ft69.33 lbf⋅ft94 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle steering
Lower steering column joint
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Steering gear
57.53 lbf⋅ft57.53 lbf⋅ft78 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle
36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Replace locking pins.
Track rod end on track rod
54.58 lbf⋅ft54.58 lbf⋅ft74 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle suspension
Shock-absorber piston rod
34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
On chassis
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
On stub axle
188.08 lbf⋅ft188.08 lbf⋅ft255 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel suspension
Stabiliser mounting at the axle control arm
32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle
75.97 lbf⋅ft75.97 lbf⋅ft103 N⋅m
Support joint at the transverse control arm
93.67 lbf⋅ft93.67 lbf⋅ft127 N⋅m
expand_moreTransverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
Front
93.67 lbf⋅ft93.67 lbf⋅ft127 N⋅m
Rear
106.95 lbf⋅ft106.95 lbf⋅ft145 N⋅m
expand_moreTransverse control arm connection clamp at the transverse control arm
2.0 TD (CT220_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1997.9–2003.2)
61.96 lbf⋅ft61.96 lbf⋅ft84 N⋅m
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
2.0 TD (CT220_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1997.9–2003.2)
93.67 lbf⋅ft93.67 lbf⋅ft127 N⋅m
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
2.0 TD (CT220_) with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1997.9–2003.2)
106.95 lbf⋅ft106.95 lbf⋅ft145 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
Central nuts
159.31 lbf⋅ft159.31 lbf⋅ft216 N⋅m
Replace locking pins.
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
75.97 lbf⋅ft75.97 lbf⋅ft103 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1998 Toyota Avensis Wagon user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Toyota warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Toyota Avensis Wagon service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 1998 Toyota Avensis Wagon you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.