Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Driveline System

Overview

The driveline system is a fairly straightforward design requiring no specialized techniques for diagnosis.

This information will not deal with the electronic differential which is covered in:
Rear Drive Axle and Differential

For information on the description and operation of the system:
Driveshaft
Universal Joints
Rear Drive Axle and Differential
Front Drive Axle and Differential
Front Drive Halfshafts
Halfshaft Joint
Rear Drive Halfshafts

Inspection and Verification

1. Verify the customer concern.
^ If a road test is necessary make sure the vehicle is safe to do so.
If a road test is necessary make sure the vehicle is safe to do so.
2. Visually inspect for obvious mechanical faults.





3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step