expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
All other modifications
64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle steering
expand_moreSteering gear
All other modifications
57.53 lbf⋅ft57.53 lbf⋅ft78 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle
36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Track rod end on track rod
34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle suspension
Shock-absorber piston rod
24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
On chassis
28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
On stub axle
97.36 lbf⋅ft97.36 lbf⋅ft132 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel suspension
Front axle drive shaft
159.31 lbf⋅ft159.31 lbf⋅ft216 N⋅m
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle
72.28 lbf⋅ft72.28 lbf⋅ft98 N⋅m
Lower front transverse control arm
64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m
Lower rear transverse control arm
97.36 lbf⋅ft97.36 lbf⋅ft132 N⋅m
Wheel hub wheel bearing
159.31 lbf⋅ft159.31 lbf⋅ft216 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
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 2003 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris 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 2003 Toyota Yaris you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2003 Toyota Yaris generations
In 2003 Toyota offered 2 generations of the Yaris. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.