Drive Shaft and Axle

Troubleshooting

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom Probable Cause REMEDY
Vehicle pulls to one side Serrated drive shaft ball joint Replace
Worn, scored or cracked wheel bearing Replace
Faulty suspension and steering column Adjust or replace
VIBRATION Worn, damaged or bent drive shaft Replace
Drive shaft vibration and hub seizure Replace
Hub bearing wear, noise or scoring Replace
Play Wheel imbalance Adjust or replace
Faulty suspension and steering column Adjust or replace
EXCESSIVE NOISE Worn, damaged or bent drive shaft Replace
Drive shaft vibration and worn hub splines Replace
Worn, scored or cracked wheel bearing Replace
Loose hub nut Adjust or replace
Faulty suspension and steering column Adjust or replace

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