Front Differential Inspection: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Suzuki XL-7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Reference: FRONT DIFFERENTIAL DISMOUNTING AND REMOUNTING: FRONT
Reference: FRONT DIFFERENTIAL DISASSEMBLY: FRONT
- Check universal joint flange for wear or damage.
- Check bearings for wear or discoloration.
- Check differential carrier for cracks.
- Check pinion and bevel gear for wear or cracks.
- Check differential side gears, differential pinion and pinion shaft for wear or damage.
- Check differential side gear splines for wear or damage.