Component Tests and General Diagnostics
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION1. INSPECT FRONT AXLE HUB BEARING BACKLASH
a. Using a dial indicator, check the backlash near the center of the axle hub.
Maximum: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch)
If the backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the bearing.
2. INSPECT FRONT AXLE HUB DEVIATION
a. Using a dial indicator, check the deviation at the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.
Maximum: 0.07 mm (0.0027 inch)
If the backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub.
3. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB BEARING BACKLASH
a. Set a dial indicator near the center of the axle hub and check the backlash in the bearing shaft direction.
Maximum: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch)
If the backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub assembly.
4. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB DEVIATION
a. Using a dial indicator, check the deviation at the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.
Maximum: 0.07 mm (0.0027 inch)
If the backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub assembly.