Rear Drive Shaft Assembly: Inspection

1. REMOVE REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY 

1. Check that there is no excessive play in the outboard joint.
2. Check that the inboard joint slides smoothly in the thrust direction.
3. Check that there is no excessive play in the radial directions of the inboard joint.
4. Check the boot for damage.

Fig 1: Inspecting Excessive Play In Outboard Joint

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