Visual/Physical Inspection

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Inspect the system for the following:
1. Loose or missing fasteners.
2. Obvious damage or conditions which may cause the symptom.
Check the system for proper operation. See LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS and LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS under TROUBLE SHOOTING.