As the axle shaft bearings, single taper roller
bearings and double taper roller bearings are
used. ABS rotor is press-fitted to the axle shaft
retainer ring.

• The hybrid type LSD, which has superior off-road

driving performance, is offered as an option.

REAR AXLE DIAGNOSIS

INTRODUCTION

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Noise from the drive shaft or differential may be
caused by defects in the components.

TROUBLESHOOTING STRATEGY

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Use these steps to plan your diagnostic strategy. If
you follow them carefully, you will be sure that you
have exhausted most of the possible ways to find a
rear axle fault.
1. Gather information from the customer.

2. Verify that the condition described by the

customer exists.

3. Find the malfunction by following the Symptom

Chart.

4. Verify that the malfunction is eliminated.

SYMPTOM CHART

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SYMPTOMS

INSPECTION
PROCEDURE

REFERENCE
PAGE

Axle shaft, axle
housing

Noise while wheels are rotating

P.27-3

Grease leakage

P.27-3

Differential
(Conventional
differential)

Constant noise

P.27-3

Gear noise while driving

P.27-5

Gear noise while coasting

P.27-6

Bearing noise while driving or coasting

Noise while turning

Heat

Oil leakage

Differential
(Limited-slip
differential)

Abnormal noise during driving or shifting

P.27-8

Abnormal noise when cornering

Gear noise

Gear oil leakage

Seizure

Breakdown

Limited slip differential does not function
(on snow, mud, ice, etc.).

P.27-13

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SYMPTOM PROCEDURES

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: Noise while Wheels are Rotating

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check whether the axle shaft is bent.

Q: Is the axle shaft bent?

YES :

Replace the part. Then go to Step 3.

NO :

Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Check the axle shaft bearing for wear or
damage.

Q: Is the axle shaft bearing damaged or worn?

YES :

Replace the part. Then go to Step 3.

NO :

Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Retest the system.

Q: Is the abnormal noise eliminated?

YES :

The procedure is complete.

NO :

Start over at Step 1.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2: Grease Leakage

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check the oil seal for wear or damage,
and the bearing seal for defects.

Q: Is the oil seal worn, damaged or faulty and the

bearing seal for defects?

YES :

Replace the part and apply grease (Refer to

P.27-21

.). Then go to Step 2.

NO :

Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Retest the system.

Q: Is there grease leakage?

YES :

Start over at Step 1.

NO :

The procedure is complete.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 3: Constant Noise <Conventional 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 Hypoid gear oil API
classification GL-5 or higher; Above

−23°C(−10°F):

SAE 90, 85W-90, 80W-90, From

−34 to −23°C(−30 to

−10°F): SAE 80W, 80W-90, Below −34°C(−30°F):

SAE 75W. Then go to Step 9.

NO : Go to Step 2.

ACX01083 AC

8 mm (0.3 in)

UPPER
LIMIT

LOWER
LIMIT

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STEP 2. Check the tooth contact (engagement) of the drive
gear and drive pinion. Refer to GROUP 26, Differential

Carrier

− Inspection Before Disassembly

P.26-41

Q: Is the tooth contact (engagement) of the drive gear and

drive pinion correct?
YES : Go to Step 3.
NO : Adjust or replace the part. Then go to Step 9.

STEP 3. Check the side bearing for looseness, wear or
damage.
Q: Is the side bearing loosened, worn or damaged?

YES : Adjust or replace the part. Then go to Step 9.
NO : Go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Check the drive pinion bearing for wear or
damage.
Q: Is the drive pinion bearing worn or damaged?

YES : Adjust or replace the part. Then go to Step 9.
NO : Go to Step 5.

STEP 5. Check the drive gear and drive pinion for wear.
Q: Is the drive gear or drive pinion worn?

YES : Replace the part. Then go to Step 9.
NO : Go to Step 6.

STEP 6. Check the side gear thrust washer or pinion shaft
for wear.
Q: Is the side gear thrust washer or pinion shaft worn?

YES : Replace the part. Then go to Step 9.
NO : Go to Step 7.

STEP 7. Check the drive gear and differential case for
strain, and the gear for damage.
Q: Is the drive gear or differential case strained or

damaged?
YES : Replace the part. Then go to Step 9.
NO : Go to Step 8.

STEP 8. Check for the engagement of foreign material.
Q: Is the foreign material found?

YES : Remove the foreign material and then inspect. If

necessary, replace the part. Then go to Step 9.

NO : Go to Step 9.

STEP 9. Retest the system.
Q: Is the abnormal noise eliminated?

YES : The procedure is complete.
NO : Start over at Step 1.

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