Inspection Procedure 7

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 7: Heat [DIFFERENTIAL]

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check the oil level.





Remove the filler plug and check the gear oil level.

Q:Is the gear oil level more than 8 mm (0.3 inch) below the bottom of the filler plug hole?
YES : Check the oil leakage from differential carrier, and repair if necessary. Then, refill MITSUBISHI Genuine DIAQUEEN LSD gear oil. Then go to Step 3.
NO : Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Check for excessive gear backlash.

Q:Is the gear backlash correct?
YES : Go to Step 3.
NO : Adjust the backlash. Then go to step 3.

STEP 3. Retest the system.

Q:Is the heat eliminated?
YES : The procedure is complete.
NO : Start over at Step 1.