Rear Drive Shaft Inspection

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Inspect each connecting part for looseness.
- Tighten or replace parts if necessary.
Inspect the dust boot on the drive shaft for cracks, damage, leaking grease, and looseness in the boot band.

Fig 1: Locating Rear Drive Shaft Dust Boots
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Inspect the drive shaft for bends, cracks, and wear in the joints or splines.
- Repair or replace the drive shaft or boot band if necessary.