Inspection and Verification
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford RV Cutaway, 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Verify the customer concern.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
Mechanical - U-joints
- Driveshaft tubes
- Mounting brackets
- Flanges
- Housing and cover damage
- Differential bearings
- Differential gear sets
- Pinion bearings
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
- If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and Go to Symptom Chart - Driveline or Go to Symptom Chart - Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) .
Certain axle and driveline symptoms are also common to the engine, transmission, wheel bearings, tires and other parts of the vehicle. For this reason, be sure that the cause of the trouble is in the driveline before disassembling, adjusting or repairing the driveline. Refer to NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS article.