Inspection (LH)

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check the following items and replace the part if necessary.

• Move the joint up/down, left/right, and in the axial directions. Check for motion that is not smooth and for significant looseness.

• Check the boot for cracks, damage, and grease leaks.

INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY

Check the following items and replace the part if necessary.

Shaft

Check the shaft for runout, cracks, or other damage. Replace the entire drive shaft if necessary.

Dynamic Damper

Check the dynamic damper for cracks or wear. Replace the entire drive shaft if necessary.

Joint Sub-Assembly

Check the following:

• Joint sub-assembly for rough rotation and excessive axial looseness.

• The inside of the joint sub-assembly for entry of foreign material.

• Joint sub-assembly for compression scars, cracks, and fractures inside of the joint sub-assembly.

Replace the entire drive shaft if there are any non-standard conditions of components.

Housing and spider assembly

Replace the entire drive shaft if there is scratching or wear of the housing roller contact surface or the spider roller contact surface.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check the wheel sensor harness to be sure the connectors are fully seated.

Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Inspection.