Limited Slip Differential Diagnosis

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Cadillac ATS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Step	Action	Values	Yes	No
1	Did you review the general description and perform the necessary inspections?	-	Go to Step 2	Go to Limited Slip Differential Description and Operation (Without G96) Limited Slip Differential Description and Operation (With G96) , and Symptoms - Locking/Limited Slip Rear Axle
2	Measure the rotational force of the axle using the following procedure: Block the front wheels. Place the transmission in Neutral with the parking brake released. Raise the right rear tire off the ground. Confirm the left rear tire remains on the ground. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (ATS)Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (ATS-V) . Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Non V-Series)Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (V-Series) . Using the CH-49400 Remover and a digital torque wrench, slowly turn the wheel in the drive direction to obtain a peak measurement of the rotational force of the axle. Check in 90 degree increments for two wheel revolutions to obtain a peak measurement. Repeat the procedure for the other wheel drive shaft. Does the force measure outside the specified range?	218 mm Axle 60-160 N.m (44-118 lb ft)	Go to Step 3	System OK
3	Repair the rear axle. Did you complete the repair?	-	Go to Step 4	-
4	Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?	-	System OK	Go to Step 2