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Inspection Procedure 11

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 11: Abnormal Noise When Cornering

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1.Check the limited slip differential case assembly for damage.
Q: Is the limited slip differential case assembly damaged?
YES: Replace the part. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to step 2.





STEP 2.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: Refill Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 or higher, SAE viscosity Number 90, 80W. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 3.

STEP 3.Check that Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 or higher, SAE viscosity Number 90, 80W is being used.
Q: Is the Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 or higher, SAE viscosity Number 90, 80W being used?
YES: Go to Step 4.
NO: Replace the oil. Then go to Step 4.

STEP 4.Check symptoms.
Q: Is the abnormal noise eliminated?
YES: Diagnosis is complete.
NO: Start over at Step 1.