FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
Courtesy of Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

1 - Noise During Wheel Rotation

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1 - Noise during Wheel Rotation

STEP 1. Check the driveshaft and inner shaft for bending.
Q: Is the driveshaft and inner shaft bent?
YES: Replace the part. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Check the inner shaft bearing for wear.
Q:
Is the inner shaft bearing worn?
YES: Replace the bearings. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Check the driveshaft assembly for wear, damage or bending.
Q: Is the driveshaft assembly worn, damaged or bent?
YES: Replace the driveshaft assembly. Then go to Step 4.
NO: There is no action to be taken.

STEP 4. Check Symptoms.
Q:
Is the abnormal noise eliminated?
YES: Repeat to Step 1.
NO: This diagnosis complete.