Parts for your 2007 Toyota Hiace-Centre bearing

2007 Toyota HiAce centre-bearing: what it is, whether it’s fitted, and how to look after it

Based on Toyota’s 200 Series HiAce workshop information (KDH2##/TRH2##, 2005–2013) and the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue for AU/NZ models, a centre-bearing (centre support bearing for the propeller/drive shaft) is used on most 2007 HiAce variants with a two-piece tailshaft—typically the Long Wheelbase (LWB), Super LWB, and Commuter/Bus. These sources list a “Bearing, centre support, propeller shaft” for those models. Short Wheelbase (SWB) variants in some trims are shown with a single-piece tailshaft and therefore do not use a centre-bearing. Aftermarket driveline catalogues for the 200 Series HiAce in Australia and New Zealand reflect the same fitment pattern.

For 2007 HiAce models that do run a centre-bearing, it’s a quiet achiever: it supports the middle of the two-piece tailshaft, keeping everything running straight and smooth under load. With a long van like a HiAce, the shaft would flex and vibrate without that support. The rubber-mounted bearing carries the shaft, controls angle changes, and helps cut down driveline noise, shudder, and wear on the universal joints.

As part of regular servicing, the centre-bearing deserves a quick check. The carrier rubber shouldn’t be cracked, torn, or delaminating, and the bearing itself should spin smoothly without rumble. Excessive movement in the rubber, a thumping on take-off, a droning or whirring that changes with road speed, or a vibration around 40–80 km/h are common signs the bearing is on the way out.

Replacement is straightforward but benefits from good workshop habits. Mark the tailshaft halves so phasing goes back exactly as it came apart, and keep the yokes aligned. The bearing is a press-fit on the shaft