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Rear Axle

On-vehicle Service
Check axle and suspension parts for excessive play, wear or damage





^ Shake each rear wheel to check for excessive play.

Rear Wheel Bearing





^ Check axial end play.
Axial end play: 0.1 mm (0.0040 in) or less
^ Check that wheel hub bearings operate smoothly.
^ Replace wheel bearing assembly if there is axial end play or wheel bearing does not turn smoothly.