L/H rear Drive Axle - Noise/CV Boot Splitting
Number 84-7-44 Date 12/84Subject: LEFT HAND REAR DRIVE AXLE CV JOINT BOOT SPLITTING ON MANUAL TRANSMISSION EQUIPPED FIERO'S ONLY
Condition:
Split drive axle boot. Loss of CV joint lubrication and/or a clunking sound emitting from left hand rear axle area.
Cause:
Left hand rubber splash shield may be contacting outer drive axle CV joint boot.
SPLASH SHIELD LEFT-HAND:
Correction:
Using template supplied, trim excess material from splash shield and install new drive axle boot.
NOTICE: If CV joint has been damaged because loss of lube, the entire joint must be replaced..
Procedure:
A. Hoist vehicle
B. Remove left rear wheel
C. Position template on splash shield and trim according to template
Warranty Information:
Labor Operation T3138
Time Allowance .4 hours
Trouble Code 62
For replacement of CV joint boot, use applicable labor time.