Front Differential Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara, and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Reference: FRONT DIFFERENTIAL DISMOUNTING AND REMOUNTING:FRONT

Check companion flange for wear or damage.
Check bearings for wear or discoloration.
Check differential carrier for cracks.
Check drive bevel pinion and drive bevel gear for wear or cracks.
Check differential gears, pinions and pinion shafts for wear or damage.
Check differential gear spline for wear or damage.