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Symptom Procedures

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: Abnormal Noise

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check the wheel nut for looseness.
Q: Are the wheel nuts loosened?
YES: Tighten the nuts, then go to Step 3.
NO: Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Check the wheel bearing end play.
Q: Is the wheel bearing end play within the limit?
YES: Go to Step 3
NO: Replace the rear hub assembly, then go to Step 4.

STEP 3. Check the rear hub rotary-sliding resistance.
Q: Is the rear hub rotary-sliding resistance within the standard value?
YES: Go to Step 4.
NO: Replace the rear hub assembly, then go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Check trouble symptoms.
Q: Are any noises generated?
YES: Return to Step 1.
NO: This diagnosis is complete.