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Inspection Procedure 11

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 11: Abnormal Noise When Cornering

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check that Hypoid gear oil MITSUBISHI Genuine Gear Oil Part No.8149630 EX or equivalent is being used.
Q: Is the Hypoid gear oil MITSUBISHI Genuine Gear Oil Part No.8149630 EX or equivalent being used?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Replace the oil. Then go to Step 4.





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: Check the oil leakage from differential carrier, and repair if necessary. Then refill Hypoid gear oil MITSUBISHI Genuine Gear Oil Part No.8149630 EX or equivalent. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 3

STEP 3. 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 4.

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