Initial Inspection - Drive Axle - Locking/Limited Slip

Diagnostic Starting Point Locking/Limited Slip Rear Axle
Begin the system diagnosis by reviewing the system Description and Operation. Reviewing the Description and Operation information will help you determine the correct symptom diagnostic procedure when a malfunction exist. Reviewing the description and Operation information will also help you determine if the condition described by the customer is normal operation. Refer to Symptoms - Locking Limited Slip Rear Axle Diagnosis By Symptom - Drive Axle - Locking/Limited Slip in order to identify the correct procedure for diagnosing the system and where the procedure is located.


Symptoms - Locking/Limited Slip Rear Axle
Review the system and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions.


Visual/Physical Inspection
1. Inspect the system for the following:
^ Loose or missing fasteners
^ Obvious damage or conditions which may cause the symptom.
2. Check the system for proper operation.