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Symptom Chart

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SYMPTOM CHART

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • Traction-Lok(R) Does Not Work In Snow, Mud Or On Ice
  • Differential.
  • Lubricant Leaking From The Pinion Seal, Axle Shaft Oil Seals (3254) Or Support Arm To The Housing
  • Vent.
  • CLEAN The Axle Housing Vent.
  • Damage In The Seal Contact Area Or Dust Slinger On The Pinion Flange Dust Shield.
  • INSTALL A New Pinion Flange & The Pinion Seal If Damage Is Found.
  • Differential Side Gears/Pinion Gears Are Scored
  • Insufficient Lubrication.
  • Incorrect Or Contaminated Lubricant Type.
 Or FRONT DRIVE AXLE/DIFFERENTIAL - DANA 35 . CLEAN & REFILL The Axle To Specification.
  • Axle Overheating
  • Lubricant Level Too Low.
  • CHECK The Lubricant Level. FILL The Axle To Specification.
  • Incorrect Or Contaminated Lubricant Type.
  • INSPECT The Axle For Damage. REPAIR As Necessary. CLEAN & REFILL The Axle To Specification.
  • Bearing Preload Adjusted Too Tight.
  • CHECK The Ring & Pinion For Damage. INSPECT The Ring & Pinion Wear Pattern. ADJUST The Preload As Necessary.
  • Excessive Gear Wear.
  • INSPECT All The Axle Gears For Wear Or Damage. INSTALL New Components As Necessary.
  • Incorrect Ring Gear Backlash.
  • INSPECT The Ring Gear For Scoring. INSPECT The Ring & Pinion Wear Pattern. ADJUST the Ring Gear Backlash As Necessary.
  • Broken Gear Teeth On The Ring Gear Or Pinion
  • Overloading The Vehicle.
  • Axle Shaft Broken
  • Overload The Vehicle.
  • Misaligned Axle Shaft Tube.
  • Front Axle Will Not Engage (4X4 Inoperative)
  • Switches.
  • Wiring.
  • 4X4 Shift Motor.
  • Transfer Case.
  • GEM.
  • Front Axle Will Not Disengage
  • Switches.
  • Wiring.
  • 4X4 Shift Motor.
  • Transfer Case.
  • GEM.
  • 4X4 Blinking Lights
  • Wiring.
  • 4X4 Shift Motor.
  • 4X4 Fuse.
  • GEM.
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