Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Analysis of Inoperative Conditions

If the axle does not operate, one of the following may be the cause.

Broken Welds
If the differential housing welds are completely broken, install a new differential housing.

Wheel Bearing Wear/Damage
Because of the severe loads they must handle, new wheel bearings may need to be installed at high mileage. If a wheel bearing fails at low mileage, it is often caused by overloading.