I would have the wheel bearing checked as they are more likely the noise rather than the axle. An axle will make a clicking noise when it is failing.
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Axle: front axle hub: on-vehicle inspection; 2009 my camry [01/2008 - ]
Remove front wheel
Separate front disc brake caliper assembly [ axle: front axle hub: removal+ ]
Remove front disc [ brake: front brake: disassembly+ ]
Inspect front axle hub bearing looseness
Using a dial indicator, check for looseness near the center of the axle hub.
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Maximum:
0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
NOTICE:
Ensure that the dial indicator is set perpendicular to the measurement surface.
HINT:
If looseness exceeds the maximum, replace the bearing.
INSPECT FRONT AXLE HUB RUNOUT
Using a dial indicator, check for runout on the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.
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Maximum:
0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
NOTICE:
Ensure that the dial indicator is set perpendicular to the measurement surface.
HINT:
If runout exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub.
Install front disc [ brake: front brake: reassembly+ ]
Install front disc brake caliper assembly [ axle: front axle hub: installation+ ]
Install front wheel
Torque : 103 Nm (1,050 kgf-cm, 76 ft-lbf)
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