Axle Shafts Trouble Shooting - Fwd: Description

Refer to the TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE below for information.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

CONDITION	POSSIBLE CAUSE	CORRECTION
Grease Leaks	Joint boot torn, split or cracked	See DISASSEMBLY in AXLES SHAFTS - FRONT article.
Clicking Noise on Cornering	Damaged or worn outboard joint	See DISASSEMBLY in AXLES SHAFTS - FRONT article.
Clunk Noise on Acceleration	Damaged or worn inboard joints	See DISASSEMBLY in AXLES SHAFTS - FRONT article.
Clunk Noise on Acceleration	Transaxle gears or bearings	See DISASSEMBLY in AXLES SHAFTS - FRONT article.
Vibration or Shudder on Acceleration	Sticking, damaged or worn joints	See DISASSEMBLY in AXLES SHAFTS - FRONT article.
Vibration or Shudder on Acceleration	Excessive alignment or spring height	See DISASSEMBLY in AXLES SHAFTS - FRONT article.
Squealing or Humming	Insufficient/Improper Joint Lubrication	See DISASSEMBLY inAXLES SHAFTS - FRONT article.
Squealing or Humming	Wheel Bearing Problem	See HUB & BEARING ASSEMBLY in AXLE SHAFTS - FRONT article.