INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: Noise during Wheel Rotation < DRIVESHAFT >: Diagnosis

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STEP 1. Check the wheel bearing end play.
1. Remove the brake caliper assembly, and suspend the brake caliper assembly with a wire and remove the brake disk.
2. Fit the dial gauge as shown in the illustration and move the hub in the axial direction to measure the play.
  Limit: 0.05 mm (0.002 inch)
  
  Fig 1: Checking Wheel Bearing End Play
  Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
Q: Is the wheel bearing end play within the limit?
- YES: Go to step 2.
- NO: Replace the part, then go to Step 4.
STEP 2. Check if the driveshaft is bent.
Q: Is the driveshaft bent?
- YES: Replace the part. Then go to Step 3.
- NO: Go to Step 4.
STEP 3. Check the driveshaft assembly for wear or damage.
Q: Is the driveshaft assembly worn or damaged?
- YES: Replace the driveshaft assembly. Then go to Step 4.
- NO: There is no action to be taken.
STEP 4. Retest the system.
Q: Is the abnormal noise eliminated?
- YES: The procedure is complete.
- NO: Start over at Step 1.