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Axle Shafts
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Description & Operation
Lubrication
Trouble Shooting
Notes
Road Test
Symptom Diagnosis
Clicking, Popping Or Grinding Noises While Turning
Inadequate Or Contaminated Lubricant In Outboard/Inboard Axle Shaft CV Joint
Another Component Contacting Axle Shaft Assembly
Brakes
Wheel Bearings, Suspension Or Steering Components
Shudder/Vibration At Highway Speeds
Out Of Balance Or Out-Of-Round Tires
Incorrectly Seated Outboard CV Joint In Front Wheel Hub
Shudder Vibration During Acceleration
Excessively High CV Joint Operating Angles Caused By Incorrect Ride Height
Excessively Worn Or Damaged Inboard Or Outboard CV Joint
Axle Shaft Joint Pullout
Inboard Axle Shaft Bearing Retainer Circlip Missing Or Not Correctly Seated In Differential Side Gear
Engine/Transaxle Assembly Mispositioned
Frame Rail Or Strut Tower Out Of Position Or Damaged
Front Suspension Components Worn Or Damaged
Removal & Installation
Notes
Axle Shafts
Removal (Left Side)
Installation
Removal (Right Side)
Axle Shaft Oil Seals
Removal
Installation
Overhaul
Left Axle Shaft
Notes
Disassembly
Reassembly
Right Axle Shaft
Notes
Disassembly
Reassembly
Torque Specifications