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DRIV
REAR AXLE/FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY AND DRIVE
SHAFT
EBS00190
CHECKING THE REAR AXLE
1. Check:
• rear axle runout
a
Out of specification
→
Replace.
WARNING
_
Do not attempt to straighten a bent axle.
Rear axle runout limit
1.5 mm (0.06 in)
EBS00191
CHECKING THE DRIVE SHAFT
1. Check:
• drive shaft splines
1
• coupling gear splines
2
Wear/damage
→
Replace.
EBS00192
CHECKING THE REAR AXLE HOUSING
AND FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY
1. Check:
• final gear case
1
• rear axle housing
2
Cracks/damage
→
Replace.
2. Check:
• gear teeth
Pitting/galling/wear
→
Replace the drive
pinion gear and ring gear as a set.
• oil seals
• O-rings
Damage
→
Replace.
3. Check:
• bearings
Damage
→
Replace.